Dave Stapleton

Since 2013, Cardiff-based Slowly Rolling Camera has emerged as a formidable force on the music scene, meticulously forging a unique identity that blends soul-stirring grooves, magnetic hooks, and vivid emotional contrasts. Their signature sound — a seamless fusion of jazz elegance, cinematic depth, and electronic sophistication — establishes them as true artisans of sound, continually exploring and expanding the horizons of musical innovation. This anticipation builds as they prepare for this rare and much-anticipated performance. "A spacey soundscape that has been compared with the Cinematic Orchestra and Portishead." (Guardian) The core trio—Dave Stapleton, Deri Roberts, and Elliot Bennett—drives Slowly Rolling Camera’s collective vision. Their approach, transcending conventional genre boundaries and imbued with profound emotional resonance, has captivated a global audience and drawn parallels with The Cinematic Orchestra and GoGo Penguin. Their craftsmanship, lauded for its inventiveness and depth, has earned praise from prestigious platforms like The Guardian and Crack Magazine, while Deutschland Radio has celebrated their ingenious melding of jazz and trip-hop, affirming their status as musical virtuosos. "A beautifully immersive experience to soak in through every smooth shift and turn." (All About Jazz) The forthcoming London performance promises an enthralling display of the band’s evolution and artistic breadth, further enriched by contributions from distinguished artists such as saxophonist Josh Arcoleo, bassist Jon Goode, and guitarist Stuart McCallum. Together, they aim to craft an immersive auditory experience, navigating through soundscapes that juxtapose the sublime with the intense, inviting the audience into a realm of profound musical immersion. "All mournful horns and shivery electronics; their genre-straddling sound is as visceral as it is chilled." (**** Evening Standard) As Slowly Rolling Camera reveals their latest music in 2024, this performance marks a decade of relentless musical exploration and the ongoing evolution of a band whose influence and legacy continue to grow.