Lucid

 

How can a band be totally original and unique but still have a 70s feel? That is what always comes to mind when I listen to Lucid. This amazing band formed only in June 2007, but listening to them, one can’t help but feel that they have actually been playing together since the 70s. They formed originally as a duo Ollie and Blue, but Blue had such a long history of performing with her twin sister Sunny, she was an obvious addition. With their individual passion for songwriting and individual singing talents, the harmonies came naturally, and so were born their debut album “Jigsaw Dreams”.

 

They say you never know what’s around the corner, and never a truer saying, especially when it turns out to be Nik Potts who by chance was double booked with the band one fateful night, a compromise was made and he joined them. Their sound then became even more impressive, so Nik was invited to join them. Hence the fourth member of Lucid. But hey something is missing! Of course, a drummer. And who was the best drummer they all knew....the conclusion was the same for all of them, “Dave Shelton”.

 

So now we have 5 accomplished musicians, a pianist, 2 acoustic guitarists, bass player, violinist and a drummer plus 4 vocalists in one band, giving them a versatility which is hard to match.

 

Living on the Isle of Wight is not easy for any singer/songwriter, and Lucid like any other band needed to spread their wings, which they do frequently in the West Country. They also tour Europe once a year.

 

Again surprises are always around the corner as when returning from one of their tours they were met with an email from MCS one of Europe’s leading music publishers, who having heard Lucid’s debut album “Jigsaw Dreams” promptly offered the band a three year publishing deal. “Yes please” they all replied, and as they were in the process of finishing their second album ...................it all fitted into place nicely.

 

You can contact the band via their MySpace page, or via email at: lucidmusic@hotmail.co.uk.