It's been over six years since Tom Vek released his self-assured debut album, We Have Sound, making a modest impact in terms of physical sales but a huge one in the record collections of what became an intense cult following. His atonal vocals, deadpan-dry lyrics, and astounding indie flirting with dance self production, led to one of the most unique offerings of the noughties. Just as the cult gathered momentum its demigod disappeared.
Vek vanished completely without any explanation, leaving fans to wonder why such a talent had ceased to be. Conspiracy theories began to circulate. No interviews were given and those close to him failed to make his whereabouts known. At one time it was even rumoured that he had been abducted by aliens! Eventually everyone simply decided to accept what seemed to be the most rational rumour, that he had been shot by the FBI while playing a gig near a grassy knoll somewhere.
But here he is! A return announced as suddenly as his departure. Vek will be playing a short UK stint and releasing a new record. His new single, (below) A Chore, may give a glimpse into the reasons behind his absence with the choral line What You Perceive As Life, Is No More Than A Chore, being juxtaposed with an interview situation. The black and white video sees him play the part of interviewer on a mock Desert Island Discs music show. His female subject is a member of the Oxymoronic Leisure Seizure, which is the confirmed title of his new album. Is it his dislike of interviews and for being in front of the camera which led to him becoming a recluse? Or is it over analysis of his music like this?
One thing is for certain, six years of anonymity is one hell of a way to raise anticipation for a second record....
Words: Simon Butcher
Tour Dates
13th June - Manchester Ruby Lounge
14th June - Glasgow Classic Grand
15th June - Birmingham HMV Institute Library
16th June - London Heaven
18th June - Brighton Concorde 2
5:46 AM | 26/04/2011
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