Rocking London’s Music Scene: The oreglo Journey with ‘THE WHIRR’ (2025)
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Enthralling the ears of countless music fans in London and beyond, oreglo ascends in the music realm as a band that shatters genre norms. The band, an interesting mix of Linus Barry with his guitar, Nicco Rocco on the drums, C-sé handling the keys, and Teigan Hastings playing the tuba, have not only become a staple in the city’s vibrant music scene. In the defining junctures of their musical journey, they have masterfully harnessed the energy of London, using it as their creative playground – their music a reflection of the city’s diverse cultural rhythm.
Oreglo’s dynamic quartet initially crossed paths in secondary school and the esteemed Tomorrow’s Warriors youth club. This exposure has shaped their musical style, experimenting far beyond the boundaries of typical jazz influences. From impromptu jam sessions in the heart of East London, to the resonating reggae beats pulsating from the Brixton market, to the echoes of grime and drill sounds from fellow Londoners – all have found a way into their distinctive sound.
Enjoying the exclusive privilege of working with Brownswood Recordings, the legendary jazz label, oreglo garnered notable attention barely a year after their inception. Their career was boosted significantly by winning the 2023 Lambeth Sounds Emerging Artists x Cross The Tracks competition, after being handpicked by fellow Tomorrow’s Warriors alums, Ezra Collective. They’ve shared stages with notable artists such as Gabriels at Somerset House and Dover duo The 1975 during their North American tour. Their unique blend of sounds has been recognized by industry connoisseurs like Steve Lamacq and Jack Saunders.
Their breakthrough EP, ‘Not Real People,’ reflective of the young, restless, and creative spirit of modern-day London, was their first introduction to the music industry. As a collective, they explored the interwoven complexity of first-time youthful romance, unflagging ambition, all under the imposing shadow and chaotic rhythm of London’s skyscrapers. The EP has been an immersive auditory experience, making listeners yearn for more.
Taking a daring path in their newest project, ‘THE WHIRR,’ oreglo pushes the limits of musical creativity, combining melodic retro rhythms with rock and drill-inspired beats, a showing of their unparalleled experimentalism. This record marks the debut of each of the members’ vocal performances, a testament to the band’s continuous evolution. It is a bold statement and another turning point for this compelling London ensemble. As rising stars in the music world, oreglo promises to continue reinventing, revolutionising, and redefining the city’s soundscape.
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