Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate

Rank #114 London, UK Rock / Acoustic/Prog/Hard Rock with a bit...

50% of sales go to the charity Oxfam America.

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Members: Malcolm - guitar, vocals, keyboard either solo or joined by one or more of Kathryn Thomas - flute; Mark Gatland - bass; Rudy Roo - drums; Ibon Bilbao -g...

Sounds Like: David Gilmour, Marillion, Pink Floyd, All About Eve (band), The Jimi Hendrix Experience Official Page

Bio: Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate is multi-instrumentalist Malcolm, with one or more of:-

Flautist Kathryn Thomas (flautist of the award winning Galliard Ensemble www.Reverbnation.com/galliardensemble and classical chamber musician and soloist including Proms and concerto soloist). As a classica... See Full Bio

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Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate has a show on 2013-03-25 at 19:30 @ Un... in Hackney http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/187573178 #concert

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“One of the most original bands I've heard in years.”

— John G. Cowan, Museboat Radio A+R

“Brilliantly Talented Bunch! by andrewjamesrichards Some really fabulous tracks on this one.... I could feel the storm coming, fantastic job. All this time may just be my Fav. Chords, beats, moods and some great variety all over this thing Tune in when you can.....five stars from me 5/5”

— iTunes review

“A breath-taking debut brimful of raw emotion and beauty by headfullasongs This compelling debut album fuses classic rock riffs, prog. rock adventurousness, the pain of the blues and the beauty of classical flute to produce a truly beautiful and thought-provoking album that is not afraid to explore the highs and lows of human joy and suffaring. From the opening track, which is a busy, uplifting prog. inspired number, through the exquisite pain of Me Again and the haunting beauty of the Frail Hurricane trilogy this album excites and soothes in equal measure; its chords steal into your thoughts and leave you wanting more. I finished listening to Just So Love you then hit 'replay all'; it's that good…buy yourself an early Christmas present; it could well be the best one you get! 5/5”

— iTunes review by Headfullasongs

“Cool sounds, good vibe, love it! 5/5”

— iTunes review

“I would highly recommend 'Wait For the Storm'. Haunting melody and lyrics with vocals reminiscent of JIm Morrison - The Doors accompanied by harmonious flute. 5/5”

— iTunes review

“Though the lyrics can at times be rather dark and depressing, the music feels defiant and celebratory. In quieter moments, it's very pretty. Though I felt the need to immediately trumpet the unabashed prog rock of this fine band, I must say that they are not strictly beholden to any style. The songs on this debut album also dip into some acoustic Folk ("By the Water," "Wait for the Storm"), Classic Rock ("Can't Let You Go," "Me Again"), Blues ("Just So Love You") and even Electronica ("Hello"). They regularly perform around the London clubs, and hopefully elsewhere very soon.”

— Julie Stoller, Ryan's Smashing Life - Music and Entertainment blog

“Cross-Genre Song Builders from London - I think the reason I like these guys so much is because when I first listened to "While I Still Can," I was instantly brought back to prog rock haze of the mid-1970s. Don't get me wrong; I say that in a most reverent way. The bluesy vocals, the wailing guitar solos, the crashing percussion, and damn, that seriously rockin' flute (Flautist Kathryn Thomas of the award-winning Galliard Ensemble is to credit here - making it impossible not to elicit sweet Jethro Tull flashbacks)… it's all just so comfortingly familiar. And yet, modern production values and all the musical history and life history since that time influence their sophisticated sound. HATS OFF GENTLEMEN IT'S ADEQUATE may feel at first like a kind of a Rip Van Winkle story, but they're fully acclimated to the present day. ”

— Julie Stoller, Ryans Smashing Life (RSL) Music and Entertainment Blog

“Soaring guitars, rock vocals, and rock flute, I've still got a smile on my face after listening to 'While I Still Can'. Absolute Class!'”

— Stevie Bee, SM Radio

“The interesting part of the material is the use of a diversity of instruments which permits Hats Off Gentlemen It’s Adequate cover a breadth of delivery styles. Tracks can be rolling guitar laden pieces, or more psychedelic floating sounds and with the flute, there is the ability to zip in to a different sound altogether. Oozing musical competence, the band is able to deliver across the stage they cover with equally well composed tracks. ”

— The Indie Bands Blogs

"Adventurous and interesting." "While I Still Can reminds me of early San Francisco rock." "Me Again has a bit of a heavier tone sounding more like what David Gilmour may have sounded like if he had been born in Seattle." "Frail Hurricane has a much more of an arena rock sound with a little Billy Idol or David Bowie mixed in. Forgive me but I find myself singing along. "The Water is a solemn track in the vein of the earliest of King Crimson tracks. I hear the clean Hiwatt guitar sound that could easily be compared to David Gilmour. It's a cool track. "All This Time takes a pop direction maybe toward Chris Isaak. This could easily be the big seller on the recording with its subtle melody and contained vocals."

— Bman's Blues Report

“Check out this GREAT acoustic rock duo out of London, UK Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate! Not only do they make GREAT music, they also constantly give back with their many charitable events all over the UK. With cover songs that do the originals much justice and original music that just moves you, Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate are definitely on the rise and doing great things for not just the music industry, but for LIFE in general!”

— RSM Promotions

“And the #1 vid/song spot is the London band Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate's song "While I Still Can" the multi-instrumental band masters the jazz, blues, and rock genre; creatively rolls it up and delivers a sound all their own that might make ya wanna dance!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZM3SQ_FdiI”

— Bulletproof Promotions

“Their sound is one of rock, but with influences of folk, and almost a jazz and prog sound as well. The resultant mix is one of sincerity, and heart felt emotion. This dark mixture is one that flows well, and can be quite emotional. There are so many elements expertly blended together forming a unique and varied sound. I look forward to hearing more material from these guys.”

— Rock Regeneration

“Rarely does a piece of music make your hairs stand on end and send chills running down your spine, whilst passing the message about the illness in such a beautiful and poetic manner. The latest single released by the London duo ‘Hats off Gentleman, it’s Adequate’ has the magic to do just that. It starts with a haunting guitar part by Malcolm, and a beautiful flute section by Kathryn Thomas, which goes with the moving lyrics, with Malcolm pondering if he should “Wait for the storm”, with the bass and drums in the background reinforcing the dark atmosphere, before evolving into a Dire Straits influenced guitar solo, with a perfect neat sound that still makes sure that the message within the song is passed on a very serious illness. 5/5”

— Keith's Reviews

“Wait For The Storm is once again hauntingly flute laden and a superb example of how to use instruments, levels and lyric in harmony to make a powerful imagery. Can’t Let You Go emerges as an acoustic piece, though develops in to more rock centred number and whilst there is a certain similarity in vocal with Ian Curtis across much of Invisible – on this track is it highly prominent. Invisible is a showcase for the memorable compositions and spread of musical styles which capture life from the the inside of the soul and marks a strong debut LP for Hats Off Gentlemen It’s Adequate.”

— Indie Bands Blog

“Wait For The Storm is a quiet folk like track with drums, light guitar and flute, almost reminiscent of early Traffic. Interesting. Invisible takes a definite hint from some of the earlier Pink Floyd stuff with quiet background and prominent guitar work but in this case more prominent vocal track. Hello is a straight up electronica track. If you like electronica for electronica sake... that means, if you're not going to Jeff Beck it... this is what you get. It's enjoyable and a cool groove. Just So Love You completes a quirky but interesting recording. This track opens with a Steely Dan riff but turns into the simplest of soulful pop tracks. Overall this is an interesting recording with a little something for everyone”

— BMan's Blues Report

“London-based duo Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate have just released their first visual for their brand-new single, 'Wait for the Storm'. All online sales of this new single will be used to benefit the non-profit organizations 'Save The Children' and 'Ehlers-Danlos'. Armed with a flute, a guitar, and a pair of fantastic vocals, Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate bring a fresh new flavor that we had to share. You can find links to several media outlets in the video below, where you can hear the latest from this featured ground-breaking group.”

— Captain Captain Industries

“The release ranges across the solo acoustic to the full line-up rock and roll band. Opening with While I Still Can which begins with the hallmark flute before evolving in to a strong jazz rock beat in which the flute alternates breaks with the guitar, epitomising precisely why Hats Off Gentlemen It’s Adequate is such an intriguing out-fit. Following on is Me Again which is a darker piece bringing in piano to the fused guitar to layer a melancholy to the track. Next is Frail Hurricane which skittles along with a scintillating guitar scything out of the speakers. A delightful vocal and instrumental combination. By The Water slows the pace to a folk number with an evocative piano framing a track that registers on the bass notes with a continual back backdrop of synth that plays a shadow like falling rain across the piece and the song works particularly well for me. Whilst the material may be of melancholia the compositions are something of an emotional a catharsis.”

— Indie Bands Blog

“Is it classic rock? Is it ccoustic rock? Well, what it definitely is, is a flute, David Gilmore-esque guitar solos and lyrics reminiscent of War Of The Worlds weepy track 'Forever Autumn'. Oh and a downbeat vocal like a depressed Cat Stevens. Right, if you are still reading this and haven't ran for the alternative hills yet, then, well done and DON'T. Sit back, click on the video below, relax and surprise yourself at the fact that this combination works quite nicely indeed. Now that you've watched and listened, sit back again and be warmed by the fact that if you were to buy this track you will be helping Hats Off...'s (Flautist Kathryn and Multi-instrumentalist Malcolm) nominated charities of Ehlers-Danlos Support UK & Save The Children, as any and all income from online sales is to be split 50/50 between them. So, there you go, classic rock? acoustic rock? Who cares when it's good music for a good cause. GO BUY IT. ”

— Alt Sounds

"A great blues voice"

— The Notty Wood Show (US radio show)

“Check out Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate's new single 'Me Again'!!!!! ITS AWESOME!!!”

— Cthulhu Promotions

“London rockers Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate are more than adequate. Their solid grooves and punchy bass lines drive a deliciously raunchy pub rock sound. ”

— IndiUp Indie Music Radio

“Excellent and atmospheric music! :)”

— Share Your Dreams Promotions (Facebook)

“A beautiful song!! Everything lyrics, sound, vocals, recording, production is fantastic!! wow [about 'Invisible'] ”

— Chrissy Sinn, MuseBoat Radio (presenter)

“These guys are REALLY good ! [about 'Me Again' demo]”

— Among Dreamers Promotions

“Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate goes from pure rockin' style, to the ethereal, Pink Floydesque style. I give it an A+ on style, heart & soul. Listening to this band is pure pleasure!!”

— Mary Dunham King, MuseBoat Radio (presenter)

“You guys are just AWESOME”

— Audio Pollution Promotions

“Classic rock fans of all kinds will really enjoy HOIAs music, remarkable for its impassioned vocals and aching lead guitar wig-outs delivered by multi-instrumentalist and band-leader, Malcolm. The influence of classically trained flautist Kathryn Thomas on the odd track brings to mind Jethro Tull - and one can certainly have a lot of fun playing 'spot-the-infuences' when listening to HOIA's music, which revels in being caught between a mellow atmospheric rock and a hard place - the latter being a garage or a rock venue. Their home-made videos and the occasional involvement of Malcolm's young children in these, and the music, is also charming.”

— Toby Burton, Rock Till You Drop (founder)

“GREAT MUSIC ...... brings awesome people together and they accomplish couraqeously! have a kick ass night guys!!!”

— Notty Nation

“'Brooding yet brilliant' ... 'outstanding production' [about Wait For The Storm]”

— Music Review Unsigned

“The Interval Machine's Featured Artist of the Day is Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate, a London-based acoustic rock duo featuring flautist Kathryn Thomas and Malcolm (vocals, guitar, keyboard).... The song we are featuring is titled 'By The Water' -- an ambient song that is amazingly haunting and deeply emotional. I really love this song so much. Excellent job!”

— Scott, The Inverval Machine, The Interval Machine

““Wait for the storm”, the debut single by London based group, Hat’s off gentlemen it’s adequate, can only be described as a beautifully melodic and heart felt piece of music. The prevalent and haunting flute on “Wait for the storm” creates a mix of melancholy and beauty, which draws a sense of peace and tranquillity not often found in music. ...it’s very evident from listening to “Wait for the storm” and other tracks that they have an excellent sense of musical chemistry that I’m sure will stand to the group in making them a huge name on the British music scene. The track, which has already received huge press coverage and critical acclaim was released in aid of Save the children and Ehlers-Danlos support UK. To keep up to date on all things Adequate, including gig dates and upcoming single releases visit So don’t “Wait” to download this amazing piece of music. I’m tipping my Hat to the guys from London and giving them a more than adequate 6/6. Revi”

— Darragh Mullooly, Music Review Unsigned

“Nice Dudes I Dig!!!”

— Shoot For The Stars Promotions

“They've Done it Again - 5/5 Yet another song that would make Pink Floyd seem like amateurs in their latest single release ‘Me again’. Main man Malcolm once again gets all credit where it’s due from the spooky vocals and the highly influential sounds of Pink Floyd through the track with the mellow sombre of the distorted guitar and pounding drums that noodle along with a clean piano noodling away in the background before a powerful chorus. I have heard of songs that make you want to cry and this is probably one – especially going towards the outro which has some out-of-this-world guitar licks spread about with Malcolm resorting to shouting what is quite possibly my best lyric of the year “I wanna wake up and be me again”. Again where credit’s due – this is one band not to underestimate. It may only comprise of only two people but with ambitions aiming as high as what I have heard, there’s going to be no stopping them.”

— Keith's Reviews

“Acoustic + flute. These guys win. If you're into something different, they're definitely, certainly worth a listen. Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate, gogo!”

— The Music Wall, The Music Wall

“Wow :)) great music! I Like it a lot..”

— Positive Chillout

“Man! you guys are good!!!! ”

— Indie, Folk, Rock and Alternative , Indie, Folk, Rock and Alternative (Facebook page)

“I am personally loving their music!!! They are a MUST listen!! So what are you waiting for? Go see for yourself and show them LOTS of love!!”

— Support Independent Music, Support Independent Music

“Nice! Now that is definately a relax and wind down song..... we like it!!! [about 'By The Water']”

— Notty Nation (US radio station)

"Engagingly silky playing. Serene yet commanding" [This was a review of Kathryn's first solo classical cd, not of Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate]

— Norman Lebrecht, Personal communication

“Awesome show last night, great voice, dynamics and a nice refreshing twist on some of the rockier covers. You are definitely acoustic rock rather than singer songwriter!”

— Atul Rana (Rock Bands In London), FB wall post

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We are delighted to be playing a full band set at the Camden Rock's Super Sundays Festival. A great day of free music from 5pm-2am. We will be on at some point after 8pm.
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Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate and Friends Save The Children Fundraiser With The Stragglers, and other guests TBC. Rock and acoustic rock originals and covers. All profits will be donated to Save The Children.
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We will be playing at a fundraising ball for the Hypermobility Syndrome Association. If you are interested in buying a ticket, let me know, and I'll pass on the details when I have them. Best wishes, Malcolm

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Rob Gurney
Ordered Album from United States 30/5 and Recieved Album This morning .... has not stoped playing yet ..... well worth the wait ... Luv it .... now want to hear the Live...
Ciro Amaral
Stopping by to have some more of your music! You have a fan here! I little different from what I do but I still like it. Good Luck! Ciro Amaral
Rick Couture and Ame...
Very cool sounds, awesome talents, God Bless!
ULICOYS
Very good work, we are fan , become a fan too, ULICOYS.
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I am a fan of your work , and trust me your talents shine like new money! (LOL!) I can't wait ‘til everybody else feel what I feel about your work. Blessings.
Chase Encounter
Great video, great song. keep going guys

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Q: Luv your sounds ,but not mp3s .. Bandcamp.com can allow flac downloading (which i use) so any chance of your album being available there or on CD ?

A: Thanks very much for your kind comment. We have physical CDs available as print-on-demand at https://www.createspace.com/2092208. This service is in dollars, and posts from the US, but should still send discs to the UK. If that's going to be difficult for you, let me know, and I'll see what we can do. Best wishes, Malcolm

Asked by Rob Gurney. Answered on Sun Apr 28 2013

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