Kit Downes

In the latest video from Aidan O’Rourke and Kit Downes, they are joined by author James Robertson who reads his short story ‘Imagination’ as they perform their musical response. They are on tour this month.

It is the combination of attention to detail in every aspect, plus a great idea and considerable skill from a reliably exciting pair of musicians, that results in 365 being an excellent piece of work from the ground up that gently bewitches the listener with subtlety and pathos and lasts in the mind well after the final note has rung out.

Josienne Clarke partners with jazz pianist Kit Downes for ‘Such a Sky’. Whether this is a one-off or a prelude to further collaborations remains to be seen, but, for now, just enjoy the propagated fruit from two different but entwined musical orchards.

Watch the latest video from Aidan O’Rourke & Kit Downes, recorded as part of his 365 tune project, a musical response to the short story collection ‘365: Stories’ by James Robertson who Aidan went to meet during his talk during at Glasgow’s Celtic Connections.

We have a very special premiere today from new duo Aidan O’Rourke (Lau) and Kit Downes (Trokya/Squarepusher). This new demo has come straight from the studio and is also our Tune of the Day.

Rob heads to London’s Slaughtered Lamb for a live preview performance of Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker’s new album ‘Overnight’ due for release on Rough trade records on 14 Oct. 2016