Short Biog
Original Grunge-Folk
"Joyous, Vaudevillian"
The Blue Yellows are an original grunge-folk band of both intensity and tenderness. with tunes ranging from full-on emotive wig-outs to sing-along ditties. Their most recent EP A Minute in the Sun was described by The Musician Magazine as having "...busy, fractious compositions with sixties tinges". They have recently been showcasing new material some of which they have started recording.
"This will get in your head" - BBC Introducing.
"Joyous" - The Musician.
Band Members
Emma Alcock (EM)
Keys, Accordion, Vocals
Em is a classically trained Grade 8Â pianist who once (literally) ran away with the circus.
Dave Coomer
Drummer/Percussionist/Backing Vox
As well as a rock god, Dave is a Druid, author, Ufologist & tourist attraction.
Jonathan Tarplee
Lead Vocals/Guitars
Jonathan used to be a zoo-keeper and also once ended up playing an alien in a B movie following an all-night party.
Simon Taylor
Bass Guitar
Vitamin C guru, the multi-talented Simon has come up with all kinds of inventions including a machine used commercially to efficiently fastens bristles into brushes.
Former member Hayley Worsdale
Percussion, Backing Vocals
Founding member and also the illustration artist for the "Kitchen Sessions" EP.
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