Lello + Archipelago + Abigail Snail
at
Paper Dress Vintage
London
19:30
Lello + Archipelago + Abigail Snail
Event Type
Genre : Music - General
Description
Thrilled to working on this rad show at London’s Paper Dress Vintage with three exciting, strange, interesting bands! We welcome Lello, Archipelago, and Abigail Snail to PDV on Friday 24th July.
Lello are a noisy, cinematic post-punk inspired by local cowboys, big hair and shrinking chip shop portions. Lello recorded their debut album at Total Refreshment Centre last year, and release it this June digitally and on vinyl. Sax/bass/drums trio. Dexter Bentley said "Infant dubbed trio Lello have Deptford DNA coursing through their skins, strings & valves, effortlessly conjuring up a delightfully shifting sonic pallette of Pinkerlated-Doom-Jazz"
Archipelago are a genre-defying trio of adventurous musicians, formed out of the North East of England’s creative musical underground. Fronted by multi-instrumentalist and composer Faye MacCalman, their sound is a dreamlike collision of otherworldly atmospheres, heartfelt song-writing and energetic off-kilter rhythms. Moving between instruments and effects to create the illusion of a much larger ensemble, before peeling back to their raw, improvisational trio form, Archipelago’s uncompromising refusal to fit in one genre makes for a fully-charged musical experience.
Abigail Snail is a new project from Stef Kett of Reciprocate / Shield Your Eyes, and Will Glaser of Sly and the Family Drone / World Sanguine Report. The two have combined to create strange music that turns avant-rock, improv, and experimental soul groove into an adventurous collection of tender, boundary-pushing songs. Their debut album Rad Berms came out at the beginning of May, which the Quietus said is ‘all manic elegance and fluttering interplay – an antsy, frantic dialogue between two master musicians. They flit, they flutter; there is no slithering crawl here. Theirs is an adventurous take on the rock duo dynamic that stands opposed to the sluggish blues rock two-piece epidemic of the 2000s.‘
FYI - this show will be 18+ and the venue room is up a flight of stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.
Description
Paper Dress Vintage stands as a distinctive cultural anchor on Mare Street, a vibrant hub where fashion history and contemporary music converge. More than a mere commercial enterprise, it serves as a vital gathering point for Hackney's creative community, recognised for its contribution to grassroots live music with support from Arts Council UK.
Inside, the air carries a subtle, comforting scent of aged textiles, mingling with the murmur of conversation and the clink of glasses. Warm, diffused lighting casts a gentle glow over carefully curated vintage garments and an array of seating, creating an inviting atmosphere that feels both lived-in and perpetually fresh. The space transitions seamlessly from a daytime boutique to an evening bar, retaining its unique character.
The venue spans two levels, featuring an intimate stage on the upper floor designed for live performances. Downstairs offers additional seating, while a spacious, covered backyard provides an al fresco option for patrons. A well-stocked bar offers a selection of local craft beers and thoughtfully mixed cocktails, catering to diverse tastes.
Throughout the week and into the weekend, Paper Dress Vintage hosts a dynamic programme of events. These range from spirited live music showcases featuring emerging and established artists, to energetic DJ sets and themed club nights, ensuring a consistent pulse of cultural activity within its walls.
352a Mare Street,
Kingsland,
Herefordshire,
England,
E8 1HR.
: £8.80 to £13.20