- The Ice Band
The ICE band are a 3 piece band playing original songs in a mix of folk, pop and rock: Band members are Jane Britton (lead vocals, keyboards) Paul Britton (guitars, percussion, vocals) Lynn Monk (drums, percussion, vocals)
ICE has been described as "Perfect acoustic Pop rock" with attitude. The band has been receiving quite a lot of local media coverage. They have been interviewed by the Rossendale Free press, and have also appeared on the Ted Robbins Morning Show for BBC Radio Lancashire singing two songs; 'Like an Angel' and 'I've seen the Light', that were written and recorded to raise money for the local hospice. More recently, they have also been interviewed, and performed live on Wish FM
ICE is a band with plenty of musical experience. Jane and Paul had previously worked together as a duo before adding Lynn and her drumming expertise
ICE Band Press & Live Reviews Link title
5th October Review Oxjam, Jabez Clegg ' The Horn Magazine issue 2 http://www.igotthehorn.com
Front-woman, Janie's , voice was definitely up to the job although it would have been nice to see her emerge from behind her keyboards and really belt something out.
'Bluesology' set for big take off www.boltoneveningnews.co.uk By Internet Editor Chris Sudlow Headliners for the event will be top North West band ICE who have been receiving rave reviews for their unique brand of acoustic rock. Recently showcased on Wish FM the band have started making an impact on the festival circuit with their self-penned tunes. http://www.boltoneveningnews.co.uk/leisure/boltonwhatson2/display.var.846803.0.bluesology_set_for_big_take_off.php
Rossendale Charity Rock out - Featuring ICE and 3 other Bands. Organised predominantly by Jane Britton. http://www.therossendalefreepress.co.uk/news/s/212/212661_rocking_good_night_for_hospice.html
Feedback - MAC Midland Arts Centre September 5th 2005 “Was an absolute pleasure to have you on the bill. You were a great opener for the show and everyone I spoke to really liked your set. Thanks again for making that hideous journey down the 2nd city for my humble show.” David Rann (reactionmusic@gibblemail.com) Reaction Music Promotions www.reactionmusic.co.uk
Feedback – Storm Studios Birmingham 2005 “Janie's vocals were awesome” Craig Grove, Recording Engineer, Storm Studios Birmingham. http://www.stormrecordingstudio.co.uk/music.htm
Other reviews
Impressive" - Past and Present by Hans Jakup Eidisgard
"Impressive Fireworks" - by Carl Cliff web master Victoria Beckham.co.uk
"Up and Coming" - Unsigned Showcase Magazine - Luisa Seacroft
“My cup of tea” – Unsigned Showcase Magazine – Mark S.
"I'm surprised that they've been together for such a short time; they sound so professional" - Surge Radio
http://www.iceband.net http://www.myspace.com/theiceband
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