Live Review: Let Tom Misch take you 'South Of The River'

7 July 2017 | 3:34 pm | Ben Xerri
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London-based multi-instrumentalist, producer and vocalist Tom Misch has released 'South Of The River', a disco-dance track, also some of his finest work.

South-East Londoner TOM MISCH has gifted the world with ‘South Of The River’, a beautifully orchestrated disco track sure to make any person in their right mind gets down on the dance floor. Tom Misch has consistently been producing a myriad of simply amazing and genre-diverse mixtapes, singles, remixes and EP’s for the past couple of years. Covering hip-hop beat tapes, singer-songwriter duets, innovative five-day production projects and a little bit of everything else sprinkled through, 22-year-old Misch is comfortably a master within his field.

‘South Of The River’ epitomises Tom Misch’s progression as both a producer and a vocalist. The instrumentation feels tight and natural whilst maintaining the flow of a great disco track. His vocals and lyrical capabilities are constantly improving without losing his signature beautiful South-East London accent. Tom Misch is constantly refining and perfecting his sound, including his technically remarkable fretwork from years playing jazz guitar.

Although he has moved on from his beloved sample-heavy beat tapes, Tom Misch has found musical excellence in his current field. ‘South Of The River’ exemplifies this. His captivating production and vocals alongside the collaborations with Tobie Tripp on violin and Rob Araujo on keys make for a superb track all round.

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2017 is going to be a huge year for Tom Misch. Here’s hoping that ‘South Of The River’ is only a glimpse into what remains for Misch for the rest of the year.

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Words by Ben Xerri

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