So the configuration is always tricky to establish. In total, I have seven synths with the band, but, alone, I only have two. “ We have two completely different set-ups, so it can be hard to get into the right rhythm. It was the first of three confirmed appearances for Jan at Cova Santa this summer, all of them solo sets in a switch-up from last year's shows with the band. On the day, it was time for The Storytellers presents Dancing Into Dreamland. The problem I have right now is that I'm now travelling solo, and I'm used to travelling with the band.” Almost instantly, Jan's posture and demeanour eased. No words were said, and none were needed. With a comforting grab on his thigh and an awry smile of reassurance, Jan settled. Raffaela, though, was a calming presence. That, coupled with the chaotic energy, rush and logistical issues that come with the island had brought things to a head. In addition to technical difficulties, Jan is still finding his groove travelling as a solo act following a lengthy album tour with his band comrades. “ My laptop fucked up because of the heat.” Not that this should come as any surprise.įrom Freddie Mercury to Fatboy Slim, Johnny " Rotten" Lydon to the late Keith Flint, the stage persona is often a vastly exaggerated version of self, far removed from the real person. Unlike that frontman who exuded coolness and seduced us on the dance floor on the previous visit, Jan seemed a little disquieted - not so much flustered, but certainly a little agitated. Sat at the same venue next to Jan and his partner, Raffaela. That moment of dance floor bliss would turn out to be one of the highlights of our entire summer. Specifically, the track in question was Our Broken Mind Embassy. Recorded as a full-length album, it was released in a digestible three-pieces, a few months at a time. The group were just preparing to drop the third and final part of their Disconnected project. But it was Jan Blomqvist who fulfilled his commendation.Įyes closed and letting the ecstasy take hold, we swayed on the dance floor as Jan Blomqvist and his band took us from evening twilight through to nightfall. The party delivered, living up to its billing. “ You have to see this guy Jan Blomqvist - he's incredible.” That was enough of an endorsement for us. We'd received a tip from an acquaintance. Recalling it like it was yesterday, the date was Sunday 26 August 2018 - the WooMooN closing party at Cova Santa.
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