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One of the UK and Nu Folk music's most arresting new bands, The Jigantics are part of a growing group of contemporary artists appealing to a wide range of music followers who are increasingly looking beyond conventional musical stereotypes, and just enjoying a fusion of great songs, stunning harmonies and fine muscianship. In this case its a genredefying mix of Roots, Blues, Trad, Country and then some. "Love the new sounds! It's really different. I can't place the style exactly but it will certainly appeal to a wide range of people" Michaela Pape - Southsea Folk & Blues Festival. One of The Jigantics great strengths is their ability to combine the power and energy of a five piece band, demonstrated here on 'The Save' alongside a stripped bare, dark 'love' song such as 'The Willow'. Its a pretty neat trick and in live performance they carry the audience with them on a journey of foot stomping joy tempered with only the occasional heartbreak. Seeing them live it's clear that this band believe having a good time is an essential ingredient to any gig, ensuring that the road travelled overwhelmingly ends in a smile.
"The Jigantics were next, and they were the find of the festival so far for me. Consisting of Marion Fleetwood and Martin Fitzgibbon from Colvin Quarmby, and completed by members of Sons Of The Delta, their folk/blues/country-influenced set was very well-received. All in all a good festival and I think The Jigantics would go down well at Cropredy." Dan Ogus - Southsea Festival organising committee
"The Jigantics were brilliant. A refreshing and varied blend of uptempo songs and beautifully arranged ballads. Great instrumentation from very talented musicians delivered by a band who had presence.They worked hard to build a strong rapport with the audience. The result; a really enjoyable night with people feeling uplifted having been part of something quite special." David Francis - Nailsea Folk Club
"Well they started their gig last Thursday with 'The Save' and it was 100 times bigger and better than the track sounds on their website.... great foot-tapping music. I have a new favourite band." Katie Thomas
"Amazing. I was really, really, totally blown away by you guys." Bryn Williams - Folklaw & BWM Productions
"I love it !!!.... we must have The Jigantics for our festival." Simon Hart - Welfest Festival Organiser
Great guitar player who's slide and acoustic playing is renowned on the Blues circuit and which has enabled him to perform and record in Mississippi with some of the all time greats including Pinetop Perkins, Muddy Waters piano player. Ricks first gig was in a folk club, so what goes around .........
Marion Fleetwood
Vocals, Fiddle, Cello, Mandolin
A fantastic vocalist and brilliant player of all things stringy. Although Marion was classically trained she's a Liverpool lass which resulted in her being an integral part of folk rockers Meet on the Ledge and currently the award winning ColvinQuarmby. A real star who's talents are finally getting the recognition she throughly deserves.
Adrian Deane
Bass Guitar, Vocals
Ade's rock solidplaying has been a feature in numerous successful bands over the years and now with the "Jigs" he also demonstrates his previously hidden vocal talents. A real folk music fan Ade finally gets to play alongside some of his favourite artists.
Mark Cole
Vocals, Mandolin, Squeezeboxes, Harmonica et al
Mark is an irrepressible front man who seemingly is able to pick up almost any instrument and get an exciting noise out of it. A top vocalist and in demand international session player.
Martin Fitzgibbon
Drums, Percussion, Vocals
Marty has performed with and in front of, some of the biggest names in the world of popular music, Mick Jagger, David Bowie, Lou Reed et al but says the Jigantics are the most exciting project he's ever been involved with.
Audio
These five tracks are from the forthcoming debut release. Enjoy!
Rick Edwards
Marion Fleetwood
Adrian Deane
Mark Cole
Martin Fitzgibbon