It was the weirdest way of being introduced to a band – having it recommended by a group of friendly strangers in a pub, but four years on it’s a pleasure and privilege to debut Bedroom Tax new single “Kin” on Indieterria. We are always on the lookout for fresh tunes by up-and-coming artists and try to promote ambitious and innovative music. And nothing speaks to us like an ensemble of incredibly talented people coming together to create sounds of the future.
Gideon, Sean, Paul, Nathan, Josh and Blake (not in this particular order)
The Hackney seven piece is what I`d describe as a London`s indie circuit best kept secret. Certain major players in the industry consider them a Millennial answer to Bloc Party, local zines and gig goers swear that the group is gonna be bigger than the Fab Four. You get the sentiment – a lot of excitement around the group in the capitol. Relatively unknown in other parts of the country Bedroom Tax are slowly coming out of obscurity and if you know good music, you will be listening in.
I have to say I’m a bit biased. Every song recorded at London’s Buffalo Studios with JB Pilon behind the desk is in my eyes a strong contender for a new favourite banger. After all, The Kecks and JW Paris recorded there and I`m a big fan of both. Bedroom Tax’s new offering “Kin” is no different. It`s easy on the ears, secretly makes its way into your brain and leaves you rapping and singing alongside with Gideon Parirenyatwa.
Comparisons to Kele Okereke or Darius Carlos Rucker for that matter shouldn’t surprise. There is a distinctive charisma and unique, easily recognizable voice to Gideon Parirenyatwa. He has an almost genius-like way of switching between genres without losing a note. He will sing verses in a soothing manner one second and roar in the chorus in no time. And yet, he comes across almost delicate, ethereal in his delivery. Indie circuits haven’t seen a frontman like this since the debut of Bloc Party hands down.
KIN artwork cover
But the frontman alone doesn’t make a band. And Bedroom Tax has six other people to create dreamy, almost jazzy musical landscapes, sax and viola included. If previously the band was representing a traditional indie sound, now their influences range from hip hop to classical film scores. It`s very rare that you find such a mature sound in a relatively young band. I love viola in music (not necessarily only as part of doom metal or folk ensembles) and often wonder why rock musicians shun it completely. It`s another thing that sets Bedroom Tax aside from their peers. Good for them!
“Kin” is a serious debut for any artist setting up a high bar for upcoming singles (coming in October we are told) and would make even established musicians proud. If you want to see where real stars of tomorrow`s music are being born, look no further than Bedroom Tax.
If you want to read our interview with the band, you can find it here:
https://vanadianavenue.co.uk/2022/08/11/indieterria-meets-bedroom-tax
Bedroom Tax:
Gideon Parirenyatwa – vocals, songwriter
Sean Guy – bass, guitars, drum machine, songwriter
Nathan Abbott – drums, drum machine, percussion
Paul Monham – guitar
Josh Collins – guitar & vocals
Blake Noir – vocals
Natalia Willow – violin
Please follow Bedroom Tax on social media:
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https://soundcloud.com/bedroomtaxmusic
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Malicia Dabrowicz
Indieterria 