Theodor (6)

Founded in 2020 by Robert Herz (drums), Lui Hill (vocals, percussion), Maximilian Schneider (vocals, keyboard) and Grégoire Pignède (bass). Born out of a recording session the project eventually became THEODOR. The Band is named after a 24 year old cat that was around when they recorded their debut album. Whilst on a road trip to Italy Rob and Lui were listening to tapes of contemporary soul music. The idea was born to record an album channeling a moody and relaxed soundscape. „Right after our trip we called up our good friends Max and Greg, who were immediately on board. We wrote and recorded deep in the pandemic. Those weekend sessions captured this peaceful solitude“ The outcome was their self-titled debut album THEODOR (on the french label Broc Recordz). The rich sonic texture and unconventional arrangements of their very first single SHEPARD’S LULLABY gives a hint on what is to be expected on their LP. THEODOR created a perfect soundtrack for a hot and humid summer day having a magic dash in your twelve o’clock tea. Playful melodic bass lines and the soulful acoustic drums build the playground for the warm and dreamy keys such as farfisa organs, fender rhodes and 80's synths. The lush instrumentals are spiced by the very different yet complementary voices of Max and Lui.