Amanda Smith-vocals
Darren Emanuel-keys
Matt Harris-Guitar
Juan Dozal-Drums
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Influences
nina simone, zero 7, talk talk, david sylvian, portishead, the doors, alpha, ezra pound, aimee mann, tindersticks, fiona apple, john barry, tori amos, miles davis, swans, bjork, wilco, lalo schifrin, kruder and dorfmeister, sia furler, cliff martinez, steve reich, massive attack, steely dan, van morrison, sigur ros, ennio morricone, mogwai, the pastels, sparklehorse, robert creeley, paul auster.
Swimming In comprises Amanda Smith (vocals/lyrics) and Darren Emanuel (instrumentation/production) who met in 2003 through a mutual friend. Both came to the band from different but sympathetic directions. Amanda had previoulsy recorded and released a Dance/Pop record with Houston DJ Sean Carnahan and producer Nikolai Stepan but had decided to refocus in a different direction. After several years as a visual artist, Darren had recorded and released music for Houston's Two Words Records label and had contributed music to film and television productions.
After writing and recording several songs in an electronic vein the duo began to gradually evolve their sound using an increasingly broader pallete that incoporated more vintage and acoustic instruments. Soon, the electric piano and acoustic bass became staples of their sound and the electronic aspects took on a supporting role. The result is a lush atmosphere with a quality of timelessness that evokes the sound of classic jazz and rock as much as it does modern electronic music.
While 'The Other Piece" lyrically chronicles the tribulations of relationships at their end both as romantic relationships (Liked It Better, Not The Same) and as the unexpected passing of a friend (Godspeed) it also observes the treachery of family (Your Vertigo) and the selfishness of suicide (Signs of Life). Amanda's lyrics reveal an imperfect humanity and lay it bare, from the understated ferociousness of 'The Sting', to the damaged and delicate of 'Pearl'.
Swimming In is currently in the studio working on their second album, while preparing for live dates this fall.
The long wait is over! The Attic Trax debut album “Where what where” is now out on CD baby and iTunes.
Take a generous portion of Lemon Jelly and Blue States. Add a bit of Zero 7, Air and UNKLE. Finish with a sprinkling of The Cinematic Orchestra and what have you got? Attic Trax‘s debut Album “Where what where?”.
A big thank you to those that appreciate the above acts for your really supportive comments. Much appreciated. Try out the new tunes on our site.
hey sup? New track up, No Better! I've had a great response so far :) Please let me know what you think! I'd appreciate the feedback! Thanks for the support!
P.s my account was nearly deleted recently by a hacker ..please change your passwords regularly!
Kopi Luwak please. We don't want to expose ourselves publicly as utterly naive western cretins now do we. Is it correct English grammar to end a rhetorical question without a question mark. I remember the keyhole event, but surely it was Tom Selleck, not the big man JeeSee?
could have been weird al (the sorbet freak) yankovic...
Hi thanks so much for the add on your page...best wishes to you from Cork City Ireland...hope you get a chance to check out my new songs.. and maybe leave a comment ..my debut album will be out next couple of months...thanks again for the add.....Hope your well ... your friend patrick k
Hey - It's Elley! Not the Same is a beautiful song!! It's such a pleasure to have you as a friend! Sia is one of my favorite new artists too! Much Love, Elley
