Kaya & The Tempers

Kaya & The Tempers – the band - was born in 2010 sparked by the creative partnership of Kaya and what was previously First Mate Temper in a random talk on the Black Pearl (their friend’s boat) on tour in France last summer. He then got promoted to Captain Temper.

Kaya and The Captain first got to know each other backstage of the Royal Variety Show in 2007 whilst singing backing for Seal and Jon Bon Jovi with Sense of Sound. They have played together now since January 2009, but it’s only now the firm band identity is formed, joined by fantastic Deston Bloor and recently completed by the fabulous Matt on bass (stage name to come when he joins on tour in Nov. ;) 2010 so far has seen them return to play in France three times, two mini UK tours, two quick visits to Norway and regular gigs in the North West including their residency at the famous Studio2, Parr street and a little solo Kaya tour in Germany.

A long awaited single is due to be released in November, with an album to come early 2011. With long track record of gigs including playing alongside Brett Anderson (Suede), Cherry Ghost, Noah and the Whale, Marina & The Diamonds, Foy Vance, Sandi Thom, The Wombats and pretty much the whole Liverpool scene, the slightly renewed sound has given the band a firm place in their song based alternative melodic rock, whilst incorporating blues, funk, roots and nu folk influences.

In short, Kaya & The Tempers is a dynamic act and prolific songwriters with most of the second album already written.In the mean time; buy the critically acclaimed first album “Balloon in a Cactus Field” on ITunes, from HMV or the labels web site: www.ultimatefake.co.uk www.myspace.com/kayaherstad & www.kayamusic.com

“An outstandingly talented Norwegian/Scouse songwriter, Kaya’s output is hard, constructed melodicism delivered with an extraordinary vocal talent.”
- Order, BarFly Magazine

“A driving riff, top class production and Kaya's outstanding vocals make this track easy on the ear, but don't let that fool you, there's a message in there about self-respect and knowing who you are.”
-Rough Trade

” I can honestly say that this girl is in the first division of the first league of champions in her craft. “Meat Market Special” is cocky and charming, spiritedly and energetic, dynamic and original and “The sick champagne” waltz just happens to be all of that and oh my God how the hauntingly chilling strings opening makes this song so much more!”
-International Online Music

“Both as a musician and a person, Kaya strikes the perfect balance. She is warm, charming and light-hearted in the gaps between songs and serious, powerful and mesmerising when it comes to the rendering of her music. - Pollen8

“ The best female rock singer in Liverpool.”
- Sakura, rockphotographer.net

“ Music of this calibre can burst your heart with its inviolate beauty (...) one of the most compelling, complete and classy acts that you're likely ever to see (…) these are real songs performed by an artist deserving of a wider stage. The widest stage.” Magnificent. "
- Joe Shooman, Drowned in Sound Magazine

”Vulnerable, raw and excellent! (...) This is definitely one of the musical highlights of the Summer. Kaya glows on stage. "
- (Frontpage and full page) Ann-Kristin Hanssen, Fremover

Huge vocal extravaganza, dynamic songs at their best. "
- www.Glasswerk.co.uk
“The acoustic guitar and Kaya's voice are the only instruments needed to give the song the intensity that only a gifted vocalist and musician could achieve.” Uneathedtreasures.co.uk

”Another fine set from Kaya” BBC Merseyside