One eskimO US Tour Reviews

[Paul]

One eskimO in Denver, California

'One eskimO is without question a band to be on the look out for in the near future...a rich explosion of ambient acoustic artistry meeting electro fusion'

Check it out here:

www.examiner.com/x-2586-Pop-Music-Examiner~y2009m7d22-One-eskimO

- Paul

[Paul]

One eskimO in Arizona

Making a lot of new believers tonight was the unbilled opening act from the United Kingdom, One eskimO (their spelling not ours). Like Tori, they were breathtaking in their own unassuming way, performing tracks from their just-released UK album, which singer Kristian Leontiou promised would be out in the States in September.
Like Amos, he didn't banter with the audience at all until the very last to tell us who they were — by which time everyone wanted to know.

A cut above most of the ambient shoegazing bands out of London, One eskimO's songs were hook-filled and heartfelt. And while the four-piece played to tracks, they impressed with multi-instrumental prowess — bassist Jamie Sefton played the four-string and one-handed trumpet at one point.

Vocalist Leontiou has a voice that's part Nick Drake, part Liam Gallagher, street tough and sensitive at the same time with better lyrics than the latter gets to sing. Check out “Astronauts” where he sings “If I'm not mistaken, your body's in England, but your head is in the stars.”

Like the headliner, pretty and mesmerizing.

- Paul

[Paul]

One eskimO in Salt Lake City, Utah

'As an opening act, they made a great backdrop, performing with simple, static lights and setting a mood that led perfectly into the feel of Tori Amos’ music.'

Check it out here:

www.inthisweek.com/view.php?id=837575

- Paul

[Paul]

One eskimO at Hotel Cafe, LA

'When I see a band I really like, I want to hear the songs the way I know and love them, but I also want the edge and improvisation that you get from a live show. I want to see the band stretch a little. One eskimO delivered all of that in one delectable package. I would happily have sat through the set again – if only that were possible.'

Check it out here:

blog.lp33.tv/exclusive/one-eskimo-at-hotel-cafe-dec-7th-2009

- Paul

[Paul]

One eskimO at the Orange Peel, Asheville, NC

'The band ended its performance with a leave-it-all-on-the-stage rendition of “Amazing,” a breathless, anthemic tribute to hope and beauty that makes excellent use of Sefton’s horn — the horn serving as a butterflies-in-stomach response to Leontiou’s butterflies-in-stomach vocal.'

Check it out here:

www.mountainx.com/ae/2008/can_they_have_your_attention_please_a_review_of_one_eskimos_opening_slot_at

- Paul

[Paul]

One eskimO at Smith's Olde Bar, Atlanta, GA

'Smith’s Olde Bar was near sell-out capacity and the crowd was appreciative of each and every song. Songs like “Astronaut” left the listeners feeling as if they were floating through space. That’s a good thing, by the way.'

Check it out here:

www.examiner.com/examiner/x-34468-Atlanta-Music-Examiner~y2010m5d30-Atlanta-discovers-ambient-magic-with-One-eskimO?cid=sharing_twitter:34468

- Paul

[Paul]

One eskimO at 2010 Band Together, Raleigh, NC

'I thought their set was great. Anyone will agree that these are a wonderfully talented group of guys.'

Check it out here:

thebkeepsushonest.blogspot.com/2010/05/one-eskimo-in-concert.html

- Paul

[susana86]

What a nice review!

There was a particular quote that made me very curious:
"After the show we met Adam Falkner and Pete Rinaldi from the band, and exchanged fashion tips and shared stories about people who resemble members of the Foo Fighters. "

That sounds like a great conversation! I love the Foos. ;D

[Paul]

One eskimO at Crossroads, Kansas City

'I can't stress enough if you get a chance to give these guys a listen, you won't be sorry, and if you ever get the opportunity to meet them, DEFINITELY do it - they are some of the nicest guys in the music scene and they were so gracious to me and my sister-in-law, answering all of our questions and letting us hang out with them in the bus after the show.'

the-zookeeper-ramblings.blogspot.com/2010/06/one-eskimo-great-guys-great-show.html

- Paul

[Paul]

One eskimO at the Orange Peel, Asheville, NC

'Leontiou’s epic voice polishes beauty, betrays cynicism, and fits cathedrals or coffeehouses, bordellos or bars, making the mundane of the day fade into the majesty of night. Hopefully this tour will give them more confidence and many fans, leading to a follow-up record fierce enought to match the miracle of the debut.'

Check it out here:

www.interference.com/13271-whispers-and-wails-the-wonders-of-one-eskimos-live-set/

(with thanks to K)

- Paul

[Paul]

One eskimO at the Majestic Theatre, Madison, WI

'One eskimO played an acoustically great set for their quickly growing Madison fan base.'

blogs.1055triplem.com/concertgoers/2010/07/08/concert-review-one-eskimo-july-7-majestic-theater/

- Paul

[Paul]

One eskimO at Smith’s Olde Bar, Atlanta, GA

'But make no mistake, even with the excellent musicianship coming from the bandmates, the most precise and beautiful instrument was Leontiou’s voice.'

www.noearplugs.com/

- Paul

(with thanks to K)

[Paul]

One eskimO at Anthology, San Diego, CA

'All together, they create a very unique, atmospheric, tribal effect with pure, silky vocals.'

anthologysd.com/blog/2010/07/03/one-eskimo-at-anthology/

- Paul

(with thanks to K)

[Paul]

One eskimO at the Majestic Theatre, Madison, WI

'The band’s music is melodic, dreamy pop, with rich sonic layers of electronic loops, samples and percussion overlaid on the acoustic base of the songs.'

(Includes some great photos)

madisonmusicreview.com/2010/07/12/one-eskimo-the-majestic-july-7-2010/

- Paul

[Paul]

One eskimO at the Royal Oak Music Theatre, Royal Oak, MI

'This is a band whose repertoire is alive with flowing textures and expertly created songs. They have a very unique sound, but their songs are still catchy and easy to listen to - as tonight's crowd can easily attest to.'

www.annecarlini.com/ex_concert.php

- Paul