Big Note Featured Artists
Franklin
Individuals' names. Leigh Franklin
Website address www.leighfranklin.com
Brief Biography:
From Christchurch, New Zealand, to Melbourne, Australia and now in London , UK, Leigh Franklin has continued to impress with her heaven-like vocals and intricate melodic music. Now known as Franklin, the band is comprised of Leigh – vocals/guitar, David Waddington – guitar, Darren Tingey – Bass/bv’s and Mark Kouvelis – drums. An accomplished songwriter, Leigh blends her magic with her bandmates to form a beautiful and unique sound.
Musical Style/description/quotes:
" heavenly vocals on a rich musical canvas…exhilarating."
Forthcoming news/plans:
Over the past couple of months we have been locked away in Dave’s Studio focusing on pre-production for our first ep. Recording will start mid October with a release date of mid November. Check the site for details.
Influences:
Miles Davis, PJ Harvey, Bjork, Tortoise, Eric Dolphy, Straitjacket Fits, Slint…
Daydreams:
A bit of land and a studio by the beach, tucked away in one of the beautiful golden bays of the Tasman area in NZ. Sea, sun and freedom stretching for miles.
Secret pleasure.
Deep dark chocolate.
Favourite memory:
Living with my sister Emily in a tiny room in Napier St, Melbourne – where the track "sister song" came from.
Longest hour:
The day I made the decision to take my beautiful black Gibson guitar down to sell in Brunswick St to pay for my Uni fees.
Shortest hour:
The gig where everyone is most in sync – it’s the most intimate, ecstatic feeling when you’re in the moment, but momentary it is.
Favourite gadget/luxury:
tFavourite luxury would have to be coffee.
Itchiest irritation:
McDonalds.
Best understanding:
That we make our own world.
Greatest confusion:
Summer in London.

For Further Information

Website
www.leighfranklin.com