The Courtesans
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The Courtesans | |
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 The Courtesans Eileen Daly and Ben Thirkettle | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | London, UK |
| Genres | alternative, pop, indie |
| Years active | 2005 – present |
| Members | Eileen Daly Ben Thirkettle Sindi Dumanowska |
| Website | www.thecourtesans.net |
The Courtesans are a London Gypsy Glam Rock band, formed by British cult Horror actress Eileen Daly (former vocalist of Jezebel). Co-band member, Ben Thirkettle (formally of Goodbye Planet) produces all the music for the band. Ben has also composed musical scores for film. Ben's sound has been described as "flamboyant and mariachi sounding."[1]
The band take inspiration from musicians such as T.Rex, The Cramps and Alex Harvey, they are also heavily influenced by classical music. The Courtesans sound is colorful, fun and organic,[2] the band have a DIY attitude and a punk spirit. Racks & Razors said "They specialize in dark tales in waltz time, sleazy tales set to deadly swing beats and swampy arabesque stomps".[3] Eileen's instinctive vocals have been compared to Kate Bush and Marianne Faithfull. An online review described Eileen's persona as "a kind of Eastenders version of Marianne Faithfull - is spikily good-humoured".[4]
The Courtesans have played at various London venues including Dingwalls, The 100 Club,[5] 12 Bar Club, Marquee Club and The Electric Ballroom. They have also played festivals and an Amphitheater in Italy.
Metal Discovery said "the band deliver a great performance, and are certainly worth checking out again in the future".[6]
The band have played with many musicians including Angie Bowie, David McAlmont, Theatres des Vampires, Inkubus Sukkubus and Goblin (band).
Band Members
- Eileen Daly - Vocals
- Ben Thirkettle - Guitar, Composer
- Sindi Dumanowska - Backing Vocals
TV and Film
Before The Courtesans Eileen Daly was involved in a band called Jezebel who released an album called "Forbidden Fruit". A track off Forbidden Fruit, entitled "Plastic Surgery" was featured on the Cradle of Fear movie soundtrack CD. Before the Forbidden Fruit CD in 1998, but also under the name Jezebel, Eileen released a single entitled "Persuasion". Eileen performed on Eurotrash and was interviewed about her career to date. Eileen worked with producer and musician Steven Severin who had provided music for the film Visions of Ecstasy for Nigel Wingrove. The Courtesans have had their music in a variety of TV and Film. Eileen performed 'Brute of Cute' in All About Anna 2005. They also provided the title & trailer track to the 2012 film 'Rose'.[7] They have also had credits in short films such as 'Teddy Says'.
Discography
'Webcam Girl' Single
Webcam Girl was the first single to be released on Nigel Wingrove's Triple Silence Records[8] in 2008. It was released on limited edition pink 7" vinyl.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Webcam Girl" | |
| 2. | "Burn Out" |
'Elfing Around' EP
The EP Elfing Around was release in 2009 and featured, as an extra, the music video for 'Peckham Rolex'.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Mazeltof" | |
| 2. | "Peckham Rolex" | |
| 3. | "Doll" | |
| 4. | "Bonus Track Video -'Peckham Rolex'" |
'The Courtesans'
The band will be releasing their first album ‘The Courtesans’ one song at a time for digital download throughout 2013. Each song will have an accompanying video. They will be promoting the album live from September 2013.
The video of the first single ‘Burnout’ will be featuring on Loaded TV’s ‘Dial M’ throughout February.
Videography
- Peckham Rolex - Directed by Jack Doyle (2009)
- Doll - Directed by Jack Doyle (2009) [9]
- Mazeltof - Directed by Jack Doyle (2009)
- Burnout - Directed by Tracer7Films (2013)
- Webcam Girl - In Production (2013)
- Doll - In Pre-Production (2013)
External Links
References
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- ^ Woods, Pete. "Metal Team UK". Retrieved 1 February 2013.
- ^ Gilmartin, Nick. "Wordpress.Com". Retrieved 1 February 2013.
- ^ Keenhen, Owen. "Racks and Razors". Retrieved 1 February 2013.
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- ^ http://www.nemesis.to/angiebowielive.htm
- ^ "Metal Discovery". Retrieved 1 February 2013.
- ^ Templegod, Dan. "Dan's Movie Report". Retrieved 1 February 2013.
- ^ "All Music". Retrieved 1 February 2013.
- ^ http://www.firstpost.com/topic/person/jack-doyle-eileen-daly-and-the-courtesans-doll-video-n9NtOl0vHiY-21720-12.html