indifferentMonKeY (The Story so far)
Who or what are indifferentmonkey?
indifferentMonKeY were originally formed in the Summer of 2022. They are an alternative rock band that blends elements of rock, electronic, and trip-hop, creating a unique and eclectic sound that feels like a new genre which has been referred to as "Trip Hop Rock". The band is known for its atmospheric music, often incorporating deep grooves, edgy guitar riffs, and soulful vocals. Their songs tend to have a dark, moody vibe, exploring themes of societal struggles, personal introspection, and the human condition. IndifferentMonKeY has carved out a niche in the indie music scene, appealing to fans who enjoy thought-provoking lyrics, experimental sounds, and genre fusion, often compared to bands like Massive Attack, Prodigy, Black Sabbath or Portishead. The band, within their first year, won “Best Band 22” at the Radio Wigwam/Jamma Music live music award ceremony in London, and as last years winners headlined at the 2024 awards at the icon Bedford in Bahlam. They were recently hand picked by Chris Hawkins from BBC6music to open up the popular Highest Point Festival in Lancaster.
indifferentMonKeY were formed by songwriter/producer Joe Lowe. Over the last 18 months the band have developed their own 'original sound' . Inspired by Many. They copy no-one. The end result of their recordings draw on all sorts of elements and create that unmistakable sound of "indifferentMonKeY". The band's debut album "Love & Peace" came out on the 3rd Feb 2023. The Next album is already half way there. (Working title "You are the indiffferentMonKeY").
Reactions over the last 12 months to the band's huge output have been fantastic. They have been played on the iconic KCRW in LA to the BBC. Hundreds of indie Radio Stations have been playing there music in rotation and they continue to get picked up by more every week.
Back in March 22 the band stepped on to the stage (a carpet in a small pub) for the first time. Since that first tentative step, in just 18 months, the band have played around 40 gigs. Playing venues such as the New Continental in Preston (Preston's main music venue), The Ferret in Preston (Preston's only other main music venue), Gigs in Manchester and co-headlined with the iconic "Hawkwind". The live gigs just get increasingly more powerful. This year indifferentMonKeY are on the bill at Diva Fest with acts such as Morcheeba, Star Sailor, Fleur East, Feeder and many more household names.
The bands single "Naked White Noise" appears on the new VR game "Billy Talent's Playbook" OUT NOW on Steam for PC.
There is a lot more to come in 2023 from this creative and driven band.