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If you’re looking for the right mix of latin, jazz, soul, reggae and pop, new British band Alexandra Legouix and the Sunflowers are the talk of the town. Introducing a sophisticated and fresh sound to the market, Alexandra Legouix and the Sunflowers are already creating a niche for themselves with their unique and distinctive style of music.

The group, which was recently formed in 2010, has already established a strong fan base not least for the sultry vocal appeal of lead singer Alexandra Legoiux. Fatea Magazine comments: “Alexandra possesses a voice that oozes sex appeal, the sort of voice that’ll bed you and then take your wallet as it walks out of your flat in the morning (and nick your neighbour’s milk on the way past).”

Music reviewer Heath Andrews rates the band a spectacular 4.5 out of 5: “There’s a thin line that separates the seductively sexy from the overtly trashy. Alexandra Legouix knows where that line is and with the backing of her band, The Sunflowers, she explores the limits of the seductive side without pushing it too far. Her lovely, slightly husky, intensely sultry voice would stand well on its own, but is instead paired up with some marvelously exotic Latin arrangements. These sounds match the sensual lyrics to form an EP that oozes musical talent as much as it oozes sex appeal. The extended title states that Legouix won’t bite unless you want her to, but after a couple seconds into “Lola” her teeth are already there, and you won’t object to it either.”

Speaking about her band, Alexandra remarks: “I spent years trying to find my niche. I tried fronting function bands, rock bands, blues bands and eventually I just thought right, that is it, I HAVE to create something that is truly me and I will find musicians who believe in the music and the style. Then I met Martyn (Nero) by chance at a gig and we clicked musically and personally and that was it. He understood my passion for this new style and he brought more ideas to the pot than I could have dreamt of. Since then, as a team, we have worked hard developing this style and the music and we are now lucky enough to have three other amazingly talented ‘Sunflowers’ who are as passionate about the music and the future of the band as we are. I have gone from feeling very ‘solo’ to very much part of a creative unit and I literally love it!”

The band has already garnered substantial media attention over the launch of their upcoming debut album. September will see the release of Alexandra Legouix and the Sunflowers album ‘This One’s for You’ with a total of 15 songs.

The music created by Alexandra Legouix and the Sunflowers is one that appeals to everyone. It’s sultry, flirtatious and tempting vocals can instantly draw you out and transport you to an ethereal world. It’s this magic that captivates the audience and propels the band towards newer heights.

“We go down very well with the European audience,” explains Alexandra. “I think the sun helps with our music! Although I was recently told by a fan that he was listening to our songs in the car when it was raining and it really lifted his mood and he could pretend he was in a beach bar somewhere exotic and that was great. That’s exactly what I want our music to do to people!”

Alexandra Legouix and the Sunflowers will be performing at the following events over the next few months:

• Big Day Out (South Hill Park, Berkshire) – 15 September
• Earl’s Court – 22 September
• Stratford Food Festival (Stratford upon Avon) – 23 September
• Wokingham Jazz Club – 5 October
• Oxjam Chiswick Takeover Festival – 20 October
• Jagz (Ascot, Berkshire) – 16 November
• The band have a monthly residency at Bart’s, Chelsea

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