{{Short description|Alternative rock and roll bluegrass band}} {{Use dmy dates|date=June 2016}} {{Use British English|date=June 2016}} {{Refimprove|date=October 2010}} {{Infobox musical artist | name = Indigo Moss | image = | caption = From left to right: Simon Moss, 'B' Moss, Trevor Moss, Hannah-Lou Moss and Lil' Daisy Moss | background = group_or_band | origin = London, England | genre = Alternative<br/>Bluegrass<br/>Folk-Rock | years_active = 2005–2008 | label = Butterfly Recordings | past_members = Trevor Moss & Hannah-Lou <br/>Daisy Moss<br/>Simon Moss<br/>'B' Moss | }}

'''Indigo Moss''' were an alternative rock and roll bluegrass band based in London, England.

==Band members== * '''Trevor Moss''' - Vocals, guitar, banjo, mandolin * '''Hannah-Lou Moss''' - Vocals, banjo, guitar * '''Lil' Daisy Moss''' - Bass guitar (2005–2007) * '''Simon Moss''' - Mandolin (2005–2007) * ''''B' Moss''' - Drums (2005–2007)

==History== The band began as buskers at South Kensington tube station in London.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/music/article1830649.ece|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110517040304/http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/music/article1830649.ece|archivedate=17 May 2011|title=A penny for a song|first=Richard|last=Clayton|date=27 May 2007|website=The Sunday Times}}</ref> They were signed to Butterfly Records, a record label owned by record producer Martin Glover (commonly known as Youth) and Simon Tong (former member of The Verve and The Shining and current member of super group The Good, the Bad & the Queen and folk group Carnival).

Their first single, "Start Over Again", was released 27 November 2006 on Butterfly Recordings. This was followed by "Dang Nabitt" on 4 April 2007, and their eponymous debut album on 9 April 2007. Their debut album was recorded at Damon Albarn's studio 13 and was produced by Simon Tong. The album garnered much critical acclaim with ''The Times'' calling it "joyous" and giving it 4 out of 5 stars (6 April 2007). ''NME'' said "They mix traditional Brit folk with early rock and then add a twist of bluegrass" (17 February 2007, whilst ''Uncut'' called it "A curious clash of cultures that doubtless attracted the attention of Damon Albarn. They're much more than just another Americana outfit" (4/5 Stars - March 2007). ''Mojo'' said that "A feeling for melody and harmony pulls the band beyond their influences" (4/5 Stars - May 2007).<ref>{{cite web |url=http://drownedinsound.com/releases/8996/reviews/1414760-indigo-moss-indigo-moss |title=Indigo Moss Album Review |last=MacDonald |first=Rob |publisher=Drowned in Sound |date=2007-02-19 |accessdate=2014-04-09 |archive-date=13 April 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140413131805/http://drownedinsound.com/releases/8996/reviews/1414760-indigo-moss-indigo-moss |url-status=dead }}</ref>

They have previously recorded material at Olympic Studios, but these sessions have not surfaced and it is widely believed they were used as demos for the songs recorded at 13 for use on their album, ''Indigo Moss''. The band appeared in the film ''Freebird'' which starred British actor Phil Daniels. They were also credited on the soundtrack as they provided songs and instrumental music.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nme.com/reviews/indigo-moss/8181 |title= Indigo Moss Album Review. Countrified rock from sarf London |last=Worthy |first=Stephen |publisher=NME |date=2007-02-16 |accessdate=2014-04-09}}</ref>

February 2007 saw them supporting The Good, the Bad & the Queen, playing to audiences from around England and Scotland.

In mid-2007, the line-up of the band changed dramatically, with Simon, Lil' Daisy and 'B' all leaving to pursue other interests. Rhythm section duo Andy Bruce and Alex Walker were brought in for live shows in early 2008. By June 2008, founding members (and married couple) Trevor Moss and Hannah-Lou had ditched the Indigo Moss name to work as a duo.<ref name=bandmembers>[http://www.myspace.com/indigomoss/ "Indigo Moss"] myspace.com. Retrieved on 28 January 2009.</ref>

Trevor Moss and Hannah-Lou still perform as a folk duo, regularly around the UK and occasionally in Europe. They have to date released three albums.

==Discography== ===Singles=== * "Start Over Again" - 27 November 2006, Butterfly Recordings * "Dang Nabitt" - 26 March 2007, Butterfly Recordings * "Nature Of This Town" - 8 October 2007, Butterfly Recordings

===Albums=== *''Indigo Moss''

===Compilation albums featuring Indigo Moss songs=== * ''Replugged in New Cross'' - Various Artists 29 May 2006, Mile High Recordings ASIN: B000FS996S * ''What the Folk'' - Various Artists 26 February 2007, Butterfly Recordings ASIN: B000MBXV26 * ''I Love NX – Replugged in New Cross'' Contribution: "Suicide Song", Release date: 29 May 2006, Cargo Records MHM004 * ''What The Folk – Butterfly Acoustic Recordings Vol.1'' Contribution – "OK Without You", Release date: 26 February 2007, Butterfly Recordings BARCDLP01 * ''What The Folk – Butterfly Recordings Vol.2'' Contribution – "A Hill Far, Far Away" Trevor Moss & Hannah-Lou Release date: 14 April 2008, Butterfly Recordings BRCD

==References== {{Reflist}}

==External links== *[https://trevormossandhannahlou.com/ Official site of Trevor Moss and Hannah-Lou] *[https://www.theguardian.com/theguide/music/story/0,,1960566,00.html Review of single - 'Start Over Again' - The Guardian - 2 December 2006] *[https://web.archive.org/web/20070928015334/http://www.thedownloader.co.uk/release.php?id=2786 Review of single - 'Start Over Again' - The Downloader - December 2006.] *[https://www.nme.com/reviews/8181 NME review of their debut album] *[https://web.archive.org/web/20110517032505/http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/music/cd_reviews/article1619224.ece Review of their debut album - The Times - 6 April 2007] *[https://www.theguardian.com/music/2007/feb/02/popandrock2 Article about Youth, Simon Tong, Butterfly Recordings and indigo Moss - The Guardian - 2 February 2007] *[https://web.archive.org/web/20070301064421/http://drownedinsound.com/bands/7491 Drowned in Sound Listing] *[https://web.archive.org/web/20110605122922/http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/music/review-23387208-harmonies-propel-the-masters-of-new-folk.do Live review of a show at the Water Rats Theatre - 27 Feb 2007 - From The Evening Standard]

Category:British folk rock groups Category:English alternative rock groups Category:Rock music groups from London