Malory Torr Live at Discovery 2 with Olly Andrews

Jan 18, 2015 by Justin Wayne

Our very own Olly Andrews of Van Susans spoke to Mallory Torr at Discovery 2 a few months ago. Hear their full interview as well as Mallory’s live performance on stage at Discovery 2.

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Malory Torr speaks to our own Olly Andrews in this podcast before her live recorded set.

Often described as ‘quirky and unusual’. Malory has a rare sound using a combination of ukulele, guitar and banjo to create her indie/pop originals. She’s a prolific songwriter , in the summer of 2013 Malory was featured as‘Uncharted Territory’ artist of the week by Richard Madeley on Terry Wogan’s show on BBCRadio2. Her track ‘Heart of Gold’ was played on Dermot O’Leary’s show on BBCRadio2 in August. She was recently awarded runner up with her song ‘Utopian World’ in the national Song Academy Young Songwriter Competition 2013

Drawing upon her mixed background, having lived in both South Africa and Mexico, Malory creates music with the lyrics at the heart of every song. Her inspiration ranges from the song writing of legends, Bob Dylan and Joni Mitchell to the alternative styles of tUnE-yArDs, Dr Dog and St Vincent.

‘Her songs are simple but impressive with an inherent drama that calls to mind Regina Spektor…’ John Kennedy XFM – Dazed and Confused Magazine

‘Fantastic! Sings like an angel.’ Jo Good BBC London 94.9.

‘Great new talent’ Richard Madely on the Terry Wogan Show BBCRadio2