Delphic biography
Delphic, described as an alternative dance band, are a trio from Manchester who've caught the attention of the music industry after only forming in 2007. They've embarked on a sold out UK tour, with another one in the pipeline, performed at some of the country's biggest festivals and are already thinking about trying to crack the US.
Background
The word 'Delphic' is defined as 'obscure' and 'ambiguous' in the English dictionary, but there is nothing obscure and ambiguous about the Manchester-based band, who've chosen to call themselves just that. The trio comprises of frontman and bassist James Cook, guitarist Matt Cocksedge and Richard Boardman, who plays a multitude of instruments, while drummer Dan Hadley is their fourth member.
They first made music together as an act name Snowfight in the City Centre in the early Noughties, and were a band described as having great potential. But things didn't work out and they split up. However, it wasn't long before they reunited after becoming bored of the various indie bands they found themselves in, and discovered in 2007, a united passion for mixing it up and trying new things. Their influences include David Bowie, Radiohead and Bjork, and although flattered at being compared to Mancunian legends New Order, Delphic say they don't want to cling onto the past and be pigeonholed.
Destined for greatness
The group have been tipped to make the big time and have already supported names such as
the mighty Kasabian during the many major festivals they have performed at during 2009, including T in the Park and Reading.
Delphic brought 2009 to a close with their first TV appearance on highly influential music show 'Later with Jools Holland,' where they performed 'Doubt' from their eagerly anticipated debut album Acolyte. The record was recorded in Berlin and was a big hit when it was released in January 2010, reaching number eight in the UK charts. Although only making it to number 66 and 151 in Australia and France respectively, it seems Delphic are destined to become successful further afield than just British shores, with more overseas gigs planned.
Another indicator of their potential as a band came as Delphic appeared in the BBC's influential 'Sound of 2010,' shortlist. In previous years, the likes of BRIT Award winners Florence and The Machine, Duffy and The Ting Tings have had their success foretold by this shortlist.
After Delphic's first UK tour in January 2010 was a sell out, they announced they would be embarking on another in March. Also on the cards in 2010 are gigs in Australia and Japan, with the holy grail of music markets, the USA, also within sight as they prepare for the Coachella Festival in California. There, they will share the stage with headliners Muse, Gorillaz and Jay-Z in April, with rumours rife they are also set to appear at Glastonbury in June.