Fast Trains EPK

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Bio

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Combining inventive alt pop with a cryptic visual space known as ‘ourWorld’, Fast Trains is the boundary-pushing solo project of Portsmouth born songwriter Tom Wells.

Putting a modern take on alternative icons like XTC, Radiohead and Talk Talk, their string of self-produced, self-released EPs has led to national songwriting awards, rousing festival performances, support tours with the likes of Turin Brakes, and a wealth of UK radio play from BBC 6 Music, Amazing Radio and BBC Introducing.

Now Fast Trains are embarking on the release of their debut album, Escape to ourWorld - a 10-song cycle about escapism, told through a series of characters and situations set in the mysterious ourWorld. Penned during a 2-week residency at the former home of composer Imogen Holst, the record brings together the members of the Fast Trains live band and builds further on the dense sonic landscapes showcased in their first few EPs.

Thoughtful, uplifting, colourful and cryptic, it’s time to Escape to ourWorld.

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Music

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Fast Trains - A Thousand Tiny Cuts (Mikko Gordon Single Mix) (Official Lyric Video)

Fast Trains - For a Second of Your Smile (Official Lyric Video)

Fast Trains - Measure by Measure (Official Video)

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One Sheet

 
 

Fast Trains - On Being Poor (Live from The Wedgewood Rooms)

Fast Trains - For a Second of Your Smile (Southsea Sound Icebreaker Showcase 2023)

Fast Trains - A Thousand Tiny Cuts (FROW Live Session 2021)

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Press quotes

“Crafting anthemic, quirky pop, reminiscent of Field Music, it’s of no surprise that Fast Trains are rapidly picking up support, with a solid, ever-growing fanbase and airplay pouring in for these undoubtedly radio-friendly tunes.”
— The Unsigned Guide
“Rich and beautifully produced.”
— Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6 Music
“Adventurously forward-thinking... a jaw-dropping visual delight”
— The Joy of Violent Movement
“Great muso and even greater human.”
— Turin Brakes
“Really impressive the sound he produces. The dedication to his music is awesome.”
— Steph Newenhouse, BBC Introducing Solent
“Absolutely superb.”
— Charlie Ashcroft, Amazing Radio
“Mesmerising... lushly crafted, charming and refreshing”
— Indie Buddie
“This truly was a performance not to be missed.”
— Strong Island
“The recorded versions feature plenty of studio wizardry, but here, shorn of the other instruments, the craftsmanship underpinning the songs really shines.”
— The News, Portsmouth
“An eloquent and clever lyricist.”
— Nightshift Magazine
“His production is absolutely fantastic. I love Fast Trains, I think he’s super talented. A quality musician.”
— New Music Saturday with Dr. Bones & Mike Five
“If you’re wondering how to produce and release music on your own terms, take a closer look at Fast Trains.”
— Breaking Glass Magazine
“The music of Fast Trains is always strikingly realised.”
— Fifty3
“Tom’s hard word, passion and dedication are a shining example of what is needed to be a self releasing artist.”
— Steve Farris, Music Consultant (EMI, SONY/ATV, 13 ARTISTS)

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Stage Plan and Tech Rider

Fast Trains Solo Stage Plan: Click here to download (PDF)

Fast Trains Band Stage Plan: Click here to download (PDF)

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Logos

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Links and Contact

Website: www.fasttrains.co.uk

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Tom Wells is also on Twitter @tomwellsmusic

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Contact:

info@tomwellsmusic.com

+44 (0)7972 050619

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