Skimmed return for their third gig as a duo alongside The Velts and newcomers Pyramid Suns. Since taking the step of becoming a duo earlier this year, Skimmed have been busy re-working and experimenting, leading to an evolution in their music which has left followers asking for more.

“Reducing the band to two members from four has simplified band dynamics when writing music, planning gigs and organising rehearsals. Being a two-piece has allowed us to shift this time onto learning new instruments and delving into the world of production and recording and has made the whole process more efficient,” vocalist Alexandra Aquilina says.

Aquilina, together with the other half of the duo Daniel Borg (guitar and vocals), says that having taken this step to reduce the formation it is unlikely that Skimmed will go back to the previous band format. “This is a musical direction we have chosen to take partly out of circumstance and there’s no going back. We’re constantly changing, maturing and evolving. We might have a full band again, however it will not be as Skimmed,” Aquilina said.

“We are focusing particularly on percussions. The fact that we do not have a drummer has helped us look at the instrument from a different angle, creating new and interesting things which are taking us into a completely different direction,” Aquilina said.

For the upcoming gig, expect to hear some classic favourite Skimmed tracks re-interpreted to the new sound and setup. The duo will also be performing a number of new tracks written with the new line up. New four-piece band Pyramid Suns – featuring Kyle Fenech on guitar, Joel Baldacchino on vocals and guitar, Daniel Buttigieg on drums and Keith Fenech on bass – will kick off the night, followed by The Velts.

Members from Skimmed and The Velts will also be playing DJ sets – expect the likes of Banshees, Portishead, Strokes, Joy Division, Flaming Lips, Ravonettes and more.

The event takes place on Saturday at Razzett l-Aħmar, Mosta. Doors open at 9.30pm and tickets are available at the door.

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