Rox 2011 Biography
After the release of Rox’s debut album ‘Memoirs’ in June 2010 with Rough Trade Records, Rox received critical acclaim, made a fair thousand fans & toured the world.
The Telegraph- ‘Memoirs makes Rox a genuine contender for the pop soul crown. Her casual attitude masks the technical accomplishment of her soulful singing'. * * * *
The Guardian- ‘Roxanne Tataei has been around long enough to have acquired a fan club that includes Paul Weller and Mark Ronson… her vocals are elegant, and she never wastes a note, whether the song is a trip-hop weepie (Page Unfolds) or a Motown-influenced dance item (Do As I Say)’. * * * *
After several months of touring ‘Memoirs’, Rox decided to lock herself away for a year and write new material that was closer to her heart. Inspired by greats such as Janis Joplin & bands such as The Black Keys & The Dead Weather, Rox has created a sound that is soulful but this time with the low-fi undertones of Rock’n’Roll.
Recording new material with her new band later on this year, Rox’s new sound is rawer, fresher & sexier than ever before…
• 16/12/11 - Garajistanbul, Istanbul
• 24/01/12 - Summer Soul Festival- São Paulo
• 25/01/12 - Summer Soul Festival - Rio de Janeiro
• 28/01/12 - Summer Soul Festival - Florianopolis
Apart from catching the flu & getting my phone stolen (for the 2nd time) I had a wonderful, jam packed weekend. Main reason being a shoot I did with my amazing, dear friend Mo Ayyd (http://www.moayyad.co.uk).
I've had visions for months of shooting somewhere with endless space but with an apocalyptic feel. So we drove down to Kent, which was recommended by some friends and it totally blew my mind. We literally felt like we were in the middle of a film set the whole time. So many amazing photo opportunities.
Here's a little teaser below of me & the fro that is Mo taken by the lovely Steve on Instagram, who was also filming on the day ( another little surprise to come). And 3 other epic shots taken by Mo... also on Instagram!
So yesterday I went into the amazing Fish Factory studios with my band and engineer . We ate, we laughed, we drank and we created some pretty good daymn music. I cant wait for you all to hear it.
Here's a clip of me singing a guitar line to my guitarist... enough said ha
Hello Everyone...
I'M BACK.
I know it may seem as though I have been hiding under a rock forever, but I've finally come out of hibernation and I'm ready to play:) This year has literally whizzed passed. I've blinked ( a few times) and now its November, how the hell did that happen? One thing I have learnt this year, is life can be a bitch. I've had so many highs and lows, I feel like a living, breathing yoyo. But I'm still here, alive, doing what I love, with people that I love, so I will not for a second complain. Life is what you make it.
So first things first, I am writing a 2nd album and have been for the past year on & off. The songs are sounding hot like fire & I have the most amazing new band by my side that have made it all complete.
And to those that are wondering, I am unsigned, unmanaged & unpublished. Its a very long story, but thats all it is, a story. My reality is so much more liberating. I am my own boss right now, & I'm kinna loving it! Initially it was a scary transition, but I'm feeling positive about it all. I am in charge of my future...
I have been doing quite a bit of what I love most in this world which is ... travelling! Far & wide, to places I never thought I'd get to. Hong Kong, Vienna & blooming Azerbaijan to name a few! I have the most fiercest booking agents in the world, who have been booking all these weird & wonderful fashion gigs for me. All experiences I will never ever forget.
On a slightly different note, to anyone that has lost somebody close to them, my heart goes out to you. I've been through the worst this year, and subconsciously still going through it. Death is so final isn't it. There are no 2nd chances, no replays or recounts. It is just what it is... the end. I'm slowly coming to terms with that reality of late, & thats why I plan to live my life to the fullest.
So! I'm recording some demos in a weeks time & I plan to share them with you all very very soon. I want your honest, deepest & truest opinions, be it bad or good. The new material is a big move from the last album, so I hope you'll be moving with me :)
Keep your eyes peeled for updates, new material, live dates and general new things on my new fresh website (made by yours truly) www.thisisrox.com.
Big love to you all that have supported me until now. It astonishes me that I still receive messages from some of you & I haven't even played or done any promotion in over a year.
Thank you, thank you, thank you. It means everything to me.
Talk soon,
Rox
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