Nizlopi

I can’t really think of a better word to describe the band Nizlopi than simply, classy. Their sound is mature and well-rounded, it would fit in with the stereotypical persona of a professional sound, but have still maintained their own and unique voice, which is impressive to say the least. The band consists of two friends, Luke Concannon and John Parker from Leamington Spa. Luke is a singer/songwriter and guitarist, while John has mastered the double bass and plays a little guitar as well. For more information on their bio, you can go here: http://www.nizlopi.com/nizlopi/index.html. Their sound, as my own interpretation, is a folkie interpretation of modern jazz, and Luke Concannon’s unique vocals and his accent coming through in his singing gives them a distinct sound. They have two albums, the first being Half These Songs Are About You and the second being Make It Happen.

My particular interest in Nizlopi sparked because of their moving lyrics, which are only further complicated by their soft sound. In my favorite song by them, Wash Away, from their CD Half These Songs Are About You, the lyrics are specifically moving. Here’s the first verse:

“And so your love sits down next to you
And her body is cold, and her lips are blue
And Its a sad feeling, cos’ she was always warm to you
She the one you’re always singing to”

The verse is a really beautiful way of describing someone’s love for another dying, which is something that happens often, and isn’t exactly glamorous. It’s a song’s intention to take something everyone can relate to and make it sound beautiful in doing so, and appealing to the listener.

Here's a link to the song Girls, also from Half These Songs Are About You.