Liam Finn
Indie / Folk Rock |
Billboard
Indie wunderkind Liam Finn has burst onto the musical landscape with the force and presence of an artist twice his age. The 23-year-old New Zealander plays nearly every instrument on his first solo release I'll Be Lightning, a responsibility he doesn't relinquish when performing live. During his raucous yet intimate performances Liam utilizes effects pedals to create, sample and loop bass, guitar, drums, vocals and even Theremin. Liam's sound ranges from foggy and intimate to fuzzed-out garage but melodies are always the order of the day. On I'll Be Lightning, Liam has translated the shambolic energy of his live show onto vintage 2-inch tape, yielding a studio album of frightening power and endless hooks.
"Finn unfurls one gorgeous melody after another" 
- Paste
"a gorgeous folk rock solo album" - Rolling Stone
"Lightning showcases a confident, evolving voice" - Spin
"a perfect little raw mess, rich in DIY ethos" - CMJ
"sonic quirks [and] bustling beats that drive home compact rockers and chamber pop meant to kick you off your seat." - No Depression
"Liam never veers too far from a killer melody or winsome harmony" - LA Times
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Liam on tour with Laura Veirs Apr 21
Liam is on tour this spring with Laura Veirs. Check the dates to find a show near you!
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Really into Lead Balloon & I listen to Wise Men over and over and over and over and over and over...
posted Jun 3
Hello! Nice music. !!!
posted May 24
Are you really on the toilet?
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posted May 23
Wow. Great stuff Liam. That patented Finn sound that your Father and Uncle made famous is there, but you've definitely moved it forward into something all your own. I can't stop listening to this.
posted May 22
very nice. I really like it!!!!
posted May 19
bravissimo...hope the best for a great talent . kill the ego!
posted May 9
Are there still alot of House Truckers in NZ? Just curious.. anyhow, nice tunes!
posted May 4
awesome
posted May 2
great music!!!
posted Apr 29
I saw you open for Vedder in San Diego. You were fantastic. Hopefully I'll be able to catch you at the Echo in LA!
posted Apr 29
Nice.
posted Apr 29
posted Apr 28
why, you are wonderful.
posted Apr 27
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posted 2 weeks ago