Bio
From the raw, visceral energy of Gypsy-Punk, to the feet-twistingly manic tempo of Speed-Folk, The Discount Orchestra provide a high-octane blend of eclectic dance-floor stomp, guaranteed to get you bouncing. Hard-grifting rhythms, topped with melodical oddities.
Formed in South London in 2011, The Discount Orchestra take their inspiration from London’s dark, anarchic corners. Conjuring tales of love, loss, and post-apocalyptic survival, over a soundtrack that dances between genres. They've honed their live show at packed gigs and sold-out festivals over the last 10 years (Bestival, Wilderness, Boomtown) and have earned their reputation as a band to watch.
With a line up of Sax, Trombone, Accordion, Drums, and Bass topped off with a cacophony of vocals, their riotous blend of Balkan influenced music incorporates elements of Folk, Gypsy, Ska, and Circus, with a healthy dose of Punk, and is perfect for a late night of raucous entertainment.
Their debut EP ‘And She Dances’ is out now on Batov Records.
'The Discount Orchestra Remixed' EP featuring remixes by Gypsy Hill, Solo Moderna, DJ Inko and The Rumpsteppers is also available on Batov Records.
“London's Finest Purveyors of Speed-Folk and Gypsy-Punk”
London Venues include:
Koko, London
Hootenanny, Brixton
Brixton Jamm, Brixton
Passing Clouds, Dalston
The Magic Garden, Battersea
The Garage, Islington
The Islington Metal Works, London
Richmix, Shoreditch
The Jamboree, Limehouse
The Bussey Building, Peckham
Paper Dress Vintage, Hackney
The Fox and Firkin, Lewisham
New Cross Inn, London
The Water Rats, Kings Cross
UK Venues include:
Mr Wolfs, Bristol
The Canteen, Bristol
The Arch, Brighton
The Lighthouse, Deal
The Boars Head, Kiddeminster
The Lamb, Lewes
Whiskers, Newquay
Festivals include:
Boomtown
Bestival
Wilderness
Alchemy
Harlequin Fayre
Wild Tree Fair
Events include:
Balkanbeats London
Rumpus
Stranger Than Paradise
Gypsy Disco
Wormfood