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"MOOT - Dead Fly"

MOOT - Dead Fly

Brisbane based folk/jazz quartet Moot - Steph Lees, vocals and guitar; Josh Hatcher, tenor sax, flute and vocals; Helena Redmond, cello and Dave Bell, percussion - have released their first recording. A seven track EP of poetic original songs, called Dead Fly.

This clean recording features Steph’s extraordinarily brave vocal style coupled with clever arrangements and outstanding instrumental performances.
The recording has a distinctive jazz sensibility and the silky laid back feel of a dimly lit coffee house. The soulful sax and moody cello emphasize this sensual quality underpinned by subtle percussion. The lyrics are sophisticated and expressed with passion. The standout feature of the recording is Steph’s vocal performance. Her technique allows her to tonally match the sax, flute or cello effortlessly. Reminiscent of Bjerk, she is unafraid of using all the tones she is capable of producing; even sounding ugly if that is what the lyric and feel requires. All the arrangements and the instrumental performances serve the song rather than being clever or flashy for their own sake.

If I have one growl about this CD it is with the levels in the mix. Backing vocals are sometimes louder than the lead, occasionally the cello or the percussion is so far back in the mix it seems they are in another room. My other growl is a small cosmetic consideration – without looking up the website I would have had no clue about who played what or the full names of any of the members of the band due to the complete lack of information on the CD itself.

I recommend having a listen to this idiosyncratic and entertaining CD and enjoy a look into a passionate moot world.
- The Folk Rag


"MOOT Dead Fly (independent)"

This debut, seven-track EP from local Brazilian-flavoured folk jazz quartet Moot is so lucid in style it could well soundtrack every cafe, jazz lounge, and gin joint on the whole South American continent. Vocalist Steph Lees croons in an unorthodox, extraordinarily sultry vocal that's seductively smooth, and she's backed by soulful bursts of saxophone, flute, and cello. 'Strong Black Coffee' is the aural embodiment of an espresso-thick, vivid, and invigorating - while 'Quaking' features a delightfully moody sax solo. The entirety of Dead Fly is drenched in a thick layer of sophistication, yet its laid-back nature also makes the perfect accompaniment to lazy Sunday arvo on the back deck. - Time Off. march 21 2007.


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December 2006: 'Dead Fly' Album.

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Moot's music combines the fire of South America with the effortless elegance of a starry night. Their unique sound is crafted through an intoxicating blend of voices, tenor saxophone, flute, electric cello, electric guitar and percussion.

This Brisbane-based four piece have been busy recently with the release of their debut album ‘Dead Fly’. Captured live in the studio, the tracks are mostly 1st takes and are testament to the musicality of the ensemble. Fresh from acclaimed sets at the Woodford Folk Festival, the group is now set to embark upon a 3 week regional tour.

Regulars on Triple J, 4ZZZ and 88.0FM radio, Moot have performed at a range of festivals and venues including: Woodford Folk Festival 2006/7, Brisbane Festival 2005 and 2006, 2high Festival 2005 and 2006, Brisbane Jazz Club, The Tivoli, Brisbane Powerhouse and Jazz In The Vineyard 2007.