UK born but US based, John Graham’s new album is set to reach these shores showcasing slick, contemporary indie-rock with electronic touches and a heap of swagger. With influences including the Stone Roses, Kasabian, The Cure, Depeche Mode and more, it’s an album full of ideas which is primed to make an impact.
The album is something of a departure for John Graham, whose previous work under the name Quivver has seen him gaining plaudits producing house and techno music.
However, “Cold Sun” and lead single “Roll the Dice” prove that there are multiple strings to this particular bow by turning out tunes which are strongly based on the indie rock genre. These hook laden, energetic tracks are then laced with dynamic electronic ideas, ported over from his experience in the EDM world, to give them extra flavour. It’s not common that indie, rock and electronic ideas are mixed so effectively, with the latter adding such texture to the former, and it’s certainly one hell of a combination thanks to the subtlety of John Graham’s genre bending.
This combination is showcased by the superb video for the single. Not suitable for those with a fear of heights, it blends off kilter performance footage with a montage of adrenaline pumping, high risk stunts. It’s a truly compelling watch married to a fantastic musical groove. Watch the video below.
The video features well known stuntmen: "Mustang Wanted" & James Kingston.
The “Cold Sun” album has been in the making for many years, written in snatched time between full time work as a house and techno producer. Its release is the culmination of an ambition John Graham has had for many years – to create a collection of songs that don’t fit neatly into a specific genre, and to demonstrate just how versatile his writing can be.
The new music does a fantastic job of proving his versatility thanks to a brazen and assured indie rock approach that drips with attitude. It’s a long way from the jungle and house specialist who started out in the 1990s and is well established in that environment.
Over the years, John Graham (as Quivver) has picked up myriad honours and career highs. The quality of his work can be backed by over 45,000 online followers, as well as previous record deals with Virgin, Warner Brothers & Hooj Choons.
Single “Roll the Dice” is out June 1st, to be followed on June 29th, 2015 by the “Cold Sun” album, both through Distinctive Records.
Upocming Gigs:
Jun 27 @ Glastonbury Festival, Glastonbury, UK
July 03 @ The Gallery Club / Ministry Of Sound, London, UK
July 09 @ Moinho do Vale, Blumenau, Brazil
July 10 @ TBA, Brazil
July 11 @ Winter Music Festival @ Green Valley, Camboriu, Brazil
Weblinks:
www.facebook.com/QuivverMusic
www.facebook.com/JohnGrahamOfficial
The album is something of a departure for John Graham, whose previous work under the name Quivver has seen him gaining plaudits producing house and techno music.
However, “Cold Sun” and lead single “Roll the Dice” prove that there are multiple strings to this particular bow by turning out tunes which are strongly based on the indie rock genre. These hook laden, energetic tracks are then laced with dynamic electronic ideas, ported over from his experience in the EDM world, to give them extra flavour. It’s not common that indie, rock and electronic ideas are mixed so effectively, with the latter adding such texture to the former, and it’s certainly one hell of a combination thanks to the subtlety of John Graham’s genre bending.
This combination is showcased by the superb video for the single. Not suitable for those with a fear of heights, it blends off kilter performance footage with a montage of adrenaline pumping, high risk stunts. It’s a truly compelling watch married to a fantastic musical groove. Watch the video below.
The video features well known stuntmen: "Mustang Wanted" & James Kingston.
The “Cold Sun” album has been in the making for many years, written in snatched time between full time work as a house and techno producer. Its release is the culmination of an ambition John Graham has had for many years – to create a collection of songs that don’t fit neatly into a specific genre, and to demonstrate just how versatile his writing can be.
The new music does a fantastic job of proving his versatility thanks to a brazen and assured indie rock approach that drips with attitude. It’s a long way from the jungle and house specialist who started out in the 1990s and is well established in that environment.
Over the years, John Graham (as Quivver) has picked up myriad honours and career highs. The quality of his work can be backed by over 45,000 online followers, as well as previous record deals with Virgin, Warner Brothers & Hooj Choons.
Single “Roll the Dice” is out June 1st, to be followed on June 29th, 2015 by the “Cold Sun” album, both through Distinctive Records.
Upocming Gigs:
Jun 27 @ Glastonbury Festival, Glastonbury, UK
July 03 @ The Gallery Club / Ministry Of Sound, London, UK
July 09 @ Moinho do Vale, Blumenau, Brazil
July 10 @ TBA, Brazil
July 11 @ Winter Music Festival @ Green Valley, Camboriu, Brazil
Weblinks:
www.facebook.com/QuivverMusic
www.facebook.com/JohnGrahamOfficial