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Windmill
Alternative / Experimental / Indie

"live moderately and help this earth to live."


United Kingdom

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Last Login:  5/20/2008
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   Windmill: General Info
Member Since7/31/2005
Band MembersMatthew Thomas Dillon is Windmill

Contacts
General - windmillmusic@yahoo.com
UK Press - info@inhousepress.com
US Press - proxymedia@frontiernet.net
UK Radio/TV - ewan@peergroupmusic.com
Commercial/Film - rachel@woodworkmusic.co.uk

Very cool musicians that have played/ play with Windmill include: Sara Lane Rees, James Drohan, Tommy Heap, Chris Woollison, Ian Smith, Alex Berry, Porl Rider, Tracey Browne, Tom Knott, Sara Lowes, Semay Wu, Melinda Gourlay.

Influences
Paperplain

Sounds Like"An exquisite and imaginative London talent, Windmill combines star-gazing and shoe-gazing without a hint of mediocre middle ground..." - BBC

Are you red or blue?

Windmill


Windmill

Record LabelMelodic/H.Party/Gronland/Beat/Friendly Fire
Type of LabelIndie








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Puddle City Racing Lights U.S/Canada Release. New York, New York

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Windmill was born from the hidden four-track recordings of Matthew Thomas Dillon. The buzz surrounding Windmill began in the alternative, underground scene with a ltd 7” release on the highly respected indie label ‘Static Caravan’. This caught the attention of another stellar independent label ‘Melodic Records’ and work began on the debut album. Produced by Dillon himself and Tom Knott, their vision was both unique and spellbinding. The record titled “Puddle City Racing Lights” was released to unanimous, critical acclaim. The record has also found fans in Steve Lamacq, naming Windmill as his favourite new band, Colin Murray, Dawn Landes, Eef Barzelay and Snow Patrol’s Gary Lightbody. “Puddle City Racing Lights” has been embraced by some of the finest independent record labels in the world. Finding homes on Beat records (Japan), Groenland (Germany), Houston Party (Spain) and most recently in North America with Friendly Fire Records (release coming in 2008). Windmill has made a bold entrance into the live music scene, sharing billings with The National, Patrick Watson, The Smashing Pumpkins, Vampire Weekend and touring with Annie Clark’s St. Vincent. Windmill has performed on Studio Brussel, France-Inter, BBC 6 Music and Xfm.

"Timeless and Graceful. Tales of asthmatics and fashion houses, plastic pre-flight seats
and boarding lounges that you can't help returning to. ****4 stars" - The Guardian

"...subtly beautiful and hugely addictive.****4 Stars" - The Sunday Telegraph

"...an impressive album of displacement anxiety with sonics to match. Think Mercury Rev making a break up album. ****4 Stars" - The Independent

"His voice is a strange, high-pitched but alluring instrument and his piano-driven songs are
filled with delicate beauty. His album is an undiscovered treasure. ****4 stars" - The Sun

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Windmill has 8541 friends.
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 Windie Miller's Music Club 

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The Purple uke





May 15 2008 3:31 PM

I saw your excellent ukulele session and I'm now an total fan, very beautiful and rich music...
Wouter





May 14 2008 1:42 PM

thank you for adding me!
Been listening nonstop to your record the last few days.
It makes me happy :)
Greyl@n(H@nd!ey C@p K!d$





May 14 2008 2:59 PM

u are a cool dude
ManGlaze Matte Nail Polish





May 14 2008 10:23 PM

When are you playing Chicago? Or do I have to come see you guys in New York?

ez
ARMS





May 10 2008 4:38 PM

commence ARMS & WINDMILL COVERS CLUB.
Peter





May 11 2008 11:55 PM

Working on my dissertation and Pitselah just grabs me by the gut and demands my attention, but in a gentle, inviting way. So urgent, so poignant.

For this sustenance much thanks, tis bitter cold and I am sick at heart.
ARMS





May 8 2008 11:53 AM

ahh thanks man! once this shakes record's done, i'm gonna make the purtiest (other) version of tokyo moon you ever heard.

ps: i might be in your hood come next november...
Nadine [DÄ ♥]





May 8 2008 10:49 AM

Thank you for being friends. I really like your music and I'm looking forward listening to your album (I've just ordered it today) :)
Cheers from Austria, Nadine
escapanza





May 7 2008 3:30 AM

After listening your album a thousand times I have to say "Puddle City Racing Lights" is the most melodic, loveful, joyful, creative album of the last years. I love to hear you the next thousand times! cheers from berlin
Frances Donnelly





May 7 2008 2:37 AM

Thanks very muchtfor the add. Love your unique sound x
.Andi (Kanonenfreund)





May 2 2008 9:58 AM

Thanks for the add!
I love your song "Tokyo Moon" I keep listen to it since two days over and over again!
Greetz from switzerland!
HaggisVitae





May 2 2008 6:26 PM

Thanks for adding me. I can't even remember how it was that I heard of you but ever since, I've been smitten. Thank you. :)
Hélène





May 3 2008 12:47 PM

Oh, Elliott's song.
Great cover!
But my favorite still is that The National cover.
(come to Belgium and play it!)
X,H.
Windie Miller's Music Club


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May 2 2008 8:59 AM

You must like me! I'm still in your top friends ;) better do something about that!!! ;) Xx I'm putting a night on on the 8th - you should come - I'll pay for your taxi back home Xx
[Solid]





Apr 30 2008 9:52 PM

Plasticine Plugs is the greatest!
I didn't think I'd like anything more than Tokyo Moon but I can't stop listening to it haha.

Great job dude, please keep it up. You rawk. =D
Sad Butterflies (and The Happy One)





Apr 30 2008 5:36 AM

Woaaa i love your Elliott's cover ^^
Very great job !!!
superconstellation





Apr 29 2008 10:46 AM

thanks for the add. wonderfull music. best wishes from superconstellation!
Vince


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Apr 23 2008 6:46 PM

dude id love to be on your top i love your music!
MICROPHONE MIKE





Apr 25 2008 10:34 AM

that tokyo moon jam of yours is pretty sweet!
run toto run





Apr 23 2008 4:47 PM

hello,thanks muchly for being friends. Lovely :)
x
Duży Michal





Apr 21 2008 6:57 PM

i used to hate your music so much
but now i love it.
idk lol
hows the uk?
Lumières claires





Apr 20 2008 2:31 PM

hi. thanks for the add. we really like your stuff. wunderful sound of the voice... good night.
Moonroad°





Apr 18 2008 2:43 AM

Wonderful music, I love it!!!
I want you to come in France soon!!!
the patience of waiting





Apr 18 2008 6:08 AM

hi matt.thanks 4 ur exceptance.i remember ur first gig (i think) at lark in the park islington a few yrs ago.we were the headliners.my friend mat got ur web details after that gig...anyway well done,u seem 2 b doin really well.cheers keep the faith
Windie Miller's Music Club


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Apr 17 2008 1:51 AM

Hahaha HA! You're more than welcome! It was a pleasure - yep, I'm still alive - off to see the doctor tomorrow so I'm hoping he'll give me a better idea of how long I'll last! Better idea than you did that is ;) - If I don't see you before - I'll see you in Battersea! Xx
Windmill Brixton





Apr 11 2008 11:53 AM

YES!
Windie Miller's Music Club


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Apr 11 2008 2:58 AM

Hey you! Lats night was amazing! Thanks dude Xx I only have one more day left to live!! Xx
[Solid]





Apr 9 2008 11:03 PM

I know I'm late but, Pitseleh and Plastic Preflight Seats are amazing! You do no wrong I swear, everything you make is instant awesome.

Keep on man. =D
fujiko





Apr 8 2008 5:47 AM

Hello,thanks for adding me!
So glad to see you.
Love.FUjiko.
So,have you been in Tokyo?
ANT





Apr 8 2008 3:27 AM

hey guys gd new song
Hélène





Apr 5 2008 1:24 PM

Matthew, you (kind of) promised to come to Belgium again and I miss your music and live performance, I really loved it, it warms my heart, it really does, so show your face here again!
Hélène





Apr 5 2008 2:09 PM

Nice new song btw!
Who did the back vocals?
Rachael Kichenside (add run toto run)





Apr 7 2008 12:28 AM

Popping by to say hi, hope you're well indeed, let me know how things are :)
x
*Frøken Stjernestøv*





Apr 4 2008 12:31 AM

say something like YES !
Hélène





Apr 4 2008 1:41 AM

when do you come to Berlin? I was in Bang Bang Club but you were´nt..did you programm a tour in france?
Miles.





Apr 4 2008 3:25 AM

The Pitseleh cover is really lovely. I just discovered your music a few days ago and it's all amazing. Keep doing what you do. x
James Drohan drums


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Apr 5 2008 4:20 AM

sounds good mate
vince





Apr 3 2008 2:56 PM

the cover sounds great, nice work.
joel sephy





Apr 3 2008 8:15 AM

very cool cover.
escapanza





Apr 3 2008 3:33 AM

great Pitseleh cover! LOVE IT!
Kevin





Apr 2 2008 6:09 PM

your amazing
Rhodders





Mar 27 2008 2:35 PM

Good luck on XFM tonight I will be tuning in!
From Rhodders
[Solid]





Mar 20 2008 11:15 PM

Oh my goodness, your music is amazingly addictive. It is just so unique and wonderful, it's hard to stop haha.
I'm very happy for your success and I'm glad you made it. It gets harder from here, I've heard.

Good luck man, I'll be rooting for you!
unki frizzle