WABISABI // FRIDAY 3RD DECEMBER @ TIMBUK2 SNEAKY (Fingathing // Big Chill Records)
Fingathing's classically trained double bassist Sneaky performing his unique brand of 'electro-acoustic-wood-hop' LIVE. Berlin based, this is one of only 4 UK performances this year. Do not miss.
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After many years of formal training on cello and double bass, and the completion of a music degree in his hometown of Manchester, Sneaky became involved with forward thinking club nights Headfunk and Eardrum alongside a young drummer James Ford (Simian Mobile Disco) and resident DJs Mr Scruff, Andy Votel and Mark Rae. By 1997 Sneaky was heavily involved with Mark Rae's Manchester based label Grand Central as a live session musician touring extensively around Europe and Australia with Rae & Christian. A session with fellow Mancunian, Mr Scruff, in 1999 produced the cheeky dance-floor classic “Get a Move On” and the following year Sneaky formed Fingathing with fellow R&C band member and turntablist Peter Parker, after jamming together in the downtime of the R&C rehearsals. 7 years of worldwide touring, 3 albums, several singles and EPs released through Grand Central and Ninja Tune, Sneaky is now making his solo mark. His debut solo LP "Feel Like A King... Pluck A String" is out now on the Big Chill Label.
WabiSabi is a Japanese phrase referring to finding beauty in imperfection. It's also the name of a new funk-fuelled, hands-in-the air type fun night in Bristol. Previous guests include: Rakaa & Babu (Dilated Peoples), Akil (J5), Jazzanova, 4Hero, DJ Format, DJ Vadim, Boca45, Parker, Nostalgia 77, Lack Of Afro, Flevans and Sweet Laredo.