Biography

Hares are a band of multiple styles formed by Rob Skipper, ex guitarist/fiddler of North London indie rock group The Holloways. Drawing inspiration from The Velvet Underground, The Rolling Stones, Elvis Costello and the excitment of the emerging scene around them, acts such as Florence + the Machine, The XX and Mumford and Sons, their performances across the UK and France (under the temporary guise of The Musical Differences) have witnessed an unpredictable nature, effortlessly skipping from acoustic ukulele and fiddle based country/folk one minute, to manic synth based punk-rap the next.

This debut release signifies a culmination of experimentation in the recording studio and on stage, featuring experiments in unusual locations such as the Subway Gallery beneath Edgeware Road and some impromptu studio contributions from Luke Pritchard of the Kooks and Ronnie Wood.

Following an industry showcase in the cramped conditions of Skipper's kitchen, the name Hares was chosen. The strong symbolism of the hare in folklore and mythology and its accosiation with renewal, longevity, fickleness, wit and wanton desire is emblematic of the ideas explored and portrayed in the bands music.

For their cover art Hares are collaborating with upcoming British fine-art photographer Georgina Mascolo.

Hares debut single ‘Pink Radio’ which will be available on 7” vinyl, limited to 250 hand numbered copies and digital download is due for release in September.

To Preview ‘Pink Radio’ and the B side ‘Crossroads’ click here:
http://hares.bandcamp.com/

Hares Are:

Rob Skipper - Vocals, Guitar, Fiddle
Slinky Winfield- Vocals, Bass
Susannah Austin- Vocals, Ukulele
Piers Sherwood-Roberts- Piano, Accordion
Jonny Howe- Drums

For more information please contact Paul Jones: paul@cmomanagement.co.uk

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