The Chap live in Paris @La Maroquinerie

Concert information

Watch out - epic yell from Johannes from The Chap during the concert! The rebel yells :)
The Chap is a mix between many cultures : scottish, greek, german... just like their music that is a mix between many different styles : Punk-rock, indie disco and experimental. The Chap plays an electric and destro-disco punk. Their lyrics are usually deep and deal with sex, depression or the economy! They're gonna make you sweat !

Artist

The Chap

British electro-rock band the Chap were formed in North London by Claire Hope (keyboards, vocals), Johannes Von Weizsà¤cker (guitar, vocals, cello), Panos Ghikas (bass, violin, guitar, vocals), and Keith Duncan (drums). They released a 10" EP, Fun, on Lo Recordings in April 2002. Their debut album, The Horse, was released on April 28, 2003, followed on September 29, 2003, by the EP (Hats Off To) Dror Frangi. Their second full-length album, Ham, was released on June 27, 2005. A second EP, The Chop, came out on June 11, 2007. Their third album, Mega Breakfast, was released in Europe on May 19, 2008, and in the U.K. a week later. They signed to Ghostly International, which issued Mega Breakfast in the U.S. on July 1, 2008, as their first official American release. At the same time, Hope took a pregnancy leave from the group and was replaced temporarily by keyboard player and singer Berit, who had previously played in a band with Von Weizsà¤cker called Karamasov, then worked with Omo. more>>>

Label

Lo Recordings

Lo Recordings is a label founded in 1995 by Jon Tye. They are noted for their strong visual style thanks to Non-Format, with whom they work very closely and won a D&AD award for several of their releases sleeves.
Lo recordings mainly specialize in electronic music with artists such as Black Devil and Susumu Yokota amongst many others. This is reflected in the company's motto that reads "Lo Recordings - Provider of quality esoteric music since 1995".[2]
Along with electronic music Lo Recordings has also been known to release various other genres. This is exemplified by bands such as "The Chap" who have three albums on Lo with one forthcoming expected in mid 2008.
Lo Recordings has worked with many artists and has over 70 releases spread over three sub-labels. These include many full albums and compilations. Some of the artists associated with Lo Recordings are: The Chap, Susumu Yokota, Black Devil, Rothko, Aphex Twin, Thurston Moor, Luke Vibert, Jean-Jacques Perrey, Cursor Miner, Hairy Butter, Mileece, Tony F Wilson, Red Snapper...

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Venue

La Maroquinerie

Created in 1997, La Maroquinerie can welcome 500 music lovers. Its eclectic selection offers you the edgiest and the hottest of today s sounds. But you can also chill out at the bar / restaurant or at the covered terrace, combining a musical evening with gastronomy ! This truly is the finest of the Parisian concert scene, and the staff has always welcomed us with open arms... Great sound, lighting, atmosphere and musical selection. Word.

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