By Abigail Tejada |A&E Editor| Latin-Afro-Folk band, The Melodic kicked off their tour at the Santa Ana Constellation Room Nov. 7, just a few days after releasing their album Effa Parade. With Huw Williams on vocals and guitar , Rudi Schmidt on the Charango and melodica, John Naldrett on bass, Lydia Samuelson melodica and vocals, and James McCandless on drums, they create beautiful symphonies. They were kind enough to invite me to their show and allow me to interview them before going on stage. The band is very much influenced by Southern American music as Rudi had spent three months in South America touring with a traditional folk orchestra from Bolivia. They consider themselves to … [Read more...] about The Melodic leaves audience wanting more
Effa Parade
The Melodic releases debut album Effa Parade
By Abigail Tejada |A&E editor| English folk band, The Melodic released their debut 15 track album Effa Parade Nov. 5, some may say they created magic in the bedroom... that is a self recorded album in a soundproofed bedroom. Every track is a hit! This Southern London band shares mellow yet totally groovy vibes. The opening track was “On my Way”, it can be relatable to anyone who needs encouragement if they are doubting any life choice be it a major, career or love. Through their sweet sound is a collaboration between two great friends whom behold a longstanding friendship between songwriters Huw Williams and Rudi Schmidt. Composed of five members Huw Williams, Rudi Schmidt, John … [Read more...] about The Melodic releases debut album Effa Parade