Some beautiful musicians, but the guys right now are:-
Mokita-Vocals/Guitars/Programming
Wesley Gibbens-Drums/Percussion
Alex McElhinney-Bass/bv's,
Jessica Cox-Cello/Keys/bv's,
Influences
'changing like fashion was the game'
Sounds Like
"Soulful, ambient, exquisitely tasteful pop tunes" - TimeOut London
"Captures your attention instantly" - Music-News.com
"Reminded us of the first time we heard Coldplay…the song writing is truly exceptional". - Record of The Day
"Unique, contemporary songs with real, unencumbered talent" - www.transitiontradition.com
"Drum loops and a disturbing, menacing vibe create songs drenched in emotion. mokita sounds like Tom Baxter mixed with Thom Yorke and it works well." - Rockbeatstone Magazine
"A finely balanced blend of delicate and wistful vocals complimented superbly by mood enhancing pianos" - www.LiberationFrequency.co.uk
"The blend of vocals, piano and cello is exquisitely done." - The Beat Surrender
"A compelling rendition justifies the prickling of media ears." - CD Times
"Wherever I Fall is a model of perfection. mokita's own voice is powerful enough to carry the song on its own" - Leonards Lair
After spending a nomadic childhood moving between the contrasting climes of
Glasgow and Bahrain, mokita moved to London to search for a future in music.
Mokita blends the organic tone of natural instrumentation and plaintive vocals
with a unique, subtle, electronic production. Giving bittersweet gems that
explore the journey of personal experience, Mokita deliver the intimacy and desire sorely needed in music.
Having collaborated with acclaimed producer Mike Nielsen (Jamiroquai,
Underworld) and had two tracks 'Made of Stone' and 'Two Words' selected as
Record of The Day the music industry's unofficial tastemaker, Mokita was No1.
on the Indiestore download chart.
Recently Mokita has been seen supporting Beth Rowley and performing at City Showcase in
which Amy Winehouse, Keane and Razorlight have previously played.
Forthcoming debut album release via itunes- 'answers within earshot' available August 2008
hey there!! Just stopping by to wish you a fabulous week ahead! If you can get the chance, please check out my new songs "Wonderful Things" and "No Other Day" and let me know what you think!! Thanks so much!! :-)
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Long time no see! Hope you are well?! Didn't realise your parents were moving to Portugal when they did! Never got to say goodbye, so say hello to them for me!
thankyou for sharing your music, its very moving, and heartfelt~ will keep checking back for more, thanks again for the add too btw. ¨‘°º Imperium º°‘¨
Alright mate good to hear from you!!i'm off for a while from next week so i will make a journey down to you for a jar of the finest we can find! Hope your good see you soon,w
