ABOUT
Theo Bard is a singer/songwriter who has long left his acoustic roots behind him, but maintains his gift to interpret his experience into universal themes.
His sound in 2022 blends a commitment to top-quality musicianship with minimal electronic sounds, and the result is compositions reminiscent of The XX, Ry X and Rufus Du Sol, all bound together with the spirit of Leonard Cohen. Theo's emphasis is on creating an experience with as few sonic elements as possible, so that every part of the music carries weight. The producer has expanded his sound-palette to include sparse electric guitar, hang, synths, and choice drum sounds.
This is midnight music - each element set against a jet-black sky so that its beauty and light can twinkle. The constellations that form on each song find their own shape through relation to one another.
It is on the live stage that the music shines brightest. In collaboration with synth king Jake Chapman (Rum Buffalo), drummer Ben Brown (Waaju) and Tal Janes (Nubiyan Twist), the music is woven into a hypnotic feast of guitars, synths and samples which builds and builds. Equal weight is given to vocals and instruments, allowing every element in the ensemble to come to the fore when required, with live looping and vocal harmonizer adding extra depth to Theo's ever-irresistible hooks.
There is a devotion to poetry which lies behind this music; a desire to dig deeper and find words to express the profound atmosphere, while leaving space for emotions which will always remain unsaid.
Theo Bard is available to perform solo and with other musicians, in full-stage and acoustic formats.
“The multi-talented artist” - The Line of Best Fit
"I loved it.” - Phil Taggart, BBC Radio 1
"A distinct and personal expression by way of glistening, crystalline compositions.” - London in Stereo
“A hauntingly beautiful melody, every second of which is full of purpose and intent.” - Earmilk
“A striking return” - CLASH
“The actual quality of the songwriting is exceptional” – BBC Radio Scotland.
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