Tankus the Henge have built their reputation on unforgettable song writing, spectacular live performances and relentless hard work, playing hundreds of shows across Europe and building a devoted fan base along the way.
Their funk-fuelled repertoire is wildly eclectic, ranging from New Orleans inspired swing to heavy rock riffs, and since their beginnings in the ratty alleyways of London’s Soho, the band has evolved into a wild groove machine.
Musically inspired by bands from the British invasion of the 60s and artists such as Tom Waits, Blur, Randy Newman and Queens of the Stone Age, and with lyrics influenced by 20th Century American Literature, specifically the Beat Generation and Gonzo journalism, Tankus the Henge defy categorisation. Their hair-raising show, like no other, has to be seen and heard to be believed. Like a psychedelic, rock n roll octopus – only with fourmore legs.
Buy the ticket, take the ride.
Plus support from Echo Town
Echo Town are brothers Ric and Rob Harrison. They bring a tribal percussive fire to the stage with powerful drums, deep reverberating didgeridoo, uplifting vocals and a happiness that can only be experienced live. People have often commented that it is the electricity and energy between the duo that is most captivating.
Echo Town cycle through genres effortlessly, demonstrating that their influences and tastes are wide and varied. Punchy reggae, uplifting rock, dirty tribal didgeridoo, acoustic folk, thunderous drum solos and inspirational lyrics.
Ric and Rob grew up in Yorkshire but relocated to Cornwall in 2015 to align with the surf culture and slower pace of life they craved. Their music relates the struggles they have faced, the triumphs they have celebrated and the journeys they have been on. They have been honoured enough to tour Europe, play Glastonbury, Boardmasters Festival, Montreux Jazz Festival, open for Xavier Rudd and Morcheeba, and have music featured on ‘Deadliest Catch’ on Discovery Channel.
“That’s wonderful, ..I love that. It reminds me of a mixture of early Kinks, Squeeze and a bit of Blur mashed in. His voice is his own, ...so great. I love it.” (Smiling Makes The Day Go Quicker)”
Dave Davies – The Kinks
“Like The Clash from New Orleans”
Nikolaj Torp Larsen – The Specials
“....a virtual carnival of sound that’s high on energy and deep on soul. With
copious helpings of R&B blues, funk, disco, Django, a dose of Dexy’s, a drop
of Ray Davies and a pinch of Madness emerging throughout the eleven tracks
– it’s an exciting mélange of sound.”
Simon Wells (The Guardian)