What People are Saying About Madrum

  • The combination of their musical backgrounds has constellated a form of expression and a resonance of spirit that is healing and transformative for all who have ears to hear. - Chloe Goodchild, international singer, voice teacher, author and performer.
     
  • Gavin Frank's vocals have a pure, choral quality to them that is juxtaposed to the very earthy sound of the percussion that Lawrence brings to the mix... This is a great album to dance to as the exotic beat slips into the bloodstream... This is a testament to the talent of these two pioneers in spiritual music. - Kindred Spirit Magazine.
     
  • Marrakech is the atmospheric second album from Madrum; an exotic journey through highly charged sonic soundscapes. The title track begins with an insistent drum pattern emerging from cacophonous street sounds, contouring up a bustling market place filled with outlandish sights and sounds... The production on this album is second to none - everything is clear with different musical elements perfectly balanced in the stereo mix. - Simon Barron, singer/songwriter.
     
  • You cannot help but be moved by the raw and passionate feel of the songs; the integral and extraordinary drums and percussion fuse with Indian harmonium, guitars, and sequencers to produce a sound that sweeps you away to the sultry Arabian nights. This is a very successful fusion between East and West and is a must for any world music fan. - Muse Magazine, Oct/Nov 2010.
     
  • We met last year when you came to play for Marie Motais 5 Rhythms weekend. I had the great pleasure to hear your music at the Global Inspiration Conference in Barcelona. Many thanks for producing such inspiring music. - Luc Enaut.
     
  • So beautiful! I just can't stop hearing the Marrakech CD! It's deeply resonating in me and my chest, my lungs, my heart, and my voice would love to join and answer. Thank you! - Birgit Osterholt, PR consultant and passionate dancer.
     
  • Your music. So raw, so honest, so beautiful. Love to you both x. - Rachel.
     
  • I bought your album after seeing you perform, and singing with you in your workshop at the Mind Body Spirit Festival earlier this year. One of my best purchases of the year! - Mary.
     
  • Soma is a masterpiece of subtle, well crafted, heartbreakingly beautiful songs that moves something deep within the listener. This sacred vibrant music cannot be recommended enough. A must for any record collection! Can't wait for their next release!                       - Will Pimlett, www.willpimlet.com
     
  • Gavin/Lawrence, fabulous performance at Croydon Hall, you have a special talent that needs to be heard. - Andy Trevascus.
     
  • I'm so deeply touched by your music! Merci beaucoup! I don't forget the desert alarm call! I hope to see you perform live ! Hug & biz. - Nina, desert dancer.  
     
  • I saw you perform at Quest this year. I was totally overwhelmed by your music... the honesty and clarity of your expression drew tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing this wonderful gift. - Felix May, musician.  
     
  • Madrum performed a magical set on the main stage of the White Feather Festival this year (2006). Truly haunting, the performance seemed to draw people from all corners of the festival site towards the stage. Madrum are totally original.                                                       - Andrea Thompson, organiser of the White Feather Festival, Devon.
     
  • I hope to order one of your CDs very soon... Thank you for contributing an interesting and therapeutic genre of music to the world.     - David Potembski.
     
  • Wonderful sounds, fantastic drumming, Gavin's voice sounding brilliant, both your musicianship and your enthusiasm really came across. I particularly enjoyed the diversity and complex textures that you manage to weave. Keep on making your wonderful music.  - Simon Barron, singer/songwriter.
     
  • From elemental sound, raw rhythm, and the naked voice Madrum weave a new music, taking the listener on a journey. They look good too! - Jon Stein, artist and musician.
     
  • Madrum come with a refreshingly clear, sincere range of spirited sounds; music that gently massages the heart and soul. These are sounds that plug you into the many frequencies of ethnic man. They then deliver rhythms that induce a kick ass urge to throw yourself about and dance! - Sannah Miles.
     
  • The sound of Madrum had me spellbound throughout their performance. Madrum need to be listened to again, again, and again.        - Dot Spink, coordinator of RAW RAWA Benefit Cabaret.
     
  • Wordless, liquid music that calls you to joy. - Cathy McGavin, life coach.
     
  • I love the very spiritual nature, clear sound and subject matter the music, it is so poignant to our world now.At times it is truly ecstatic! - Helena Matthews.
     
  • Your music is fantastic and your voice touched me, moved me very much. I listen to your CD often and it brings me great peace and helps me to connect with the Divine. - Anne-Marie Boudou, from 5Rhythms retreat with Alluna, Brittany 2012/13.
     
  • Anthemic joyous tracks, Native American chants, Indian inspired invocations... powerful and precise percussion, and Gavin's amazing voice in multi-harmony awakening heart, body and soul with passion and clear intent. Both exquisite musicians...Soma is a beautiful, strong CD with many moods. - Susannah Darling Khan, Movement Medicine founder and teacher.
     
  • Madrum's music is more than just music; it's an experience! The voice and instruments resonate in the space. Madrum are professional and a joy to listen to in a live setting. - Sadie Green, Projects Officer, Devon Artsculture.
     
  • The sounds of a heart surrendered to the voice of God. - Cathy McGavin, Lifecoach.
     
  • The flawless pitch, intensity, and clarity of the vocals are met by powerful and perfectly placed percussion that provides a stunning and mesmerising  feast for the senses. The sound of Madrum has a haunting and otherworldly quality, it reaches within you and stirs something oft forgotten. - Juliette Medder, sculptor.
     
  • Madrum's style is eclectic, highly sensitive, covering a range of expression from wildly impassioned to innocently open-hearted and pure. - Chloe Goodchild, Pioneer of the Naked Voice.