In Bloom: Tommy Lefroy are rewriting the narrative on their terms
Fresh off a triumphant European tour with Niall Horan, Tommy Lefroy are channelling their experiences and influences into a captivating new sound that challenges double standards and nurtures a community of fans.
Fresh off a triumphant European tour with Niall Horan, Tommy Lefroy are channelling their experiences and influences into a captivating new sound that challenges double standards and nurtures a community of fans. Check out the latest cover story for our New Music Friday playlist edit, PLAY.
Words: Stephen Ackroyd.
Photos: Caity Krone.
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Bonded by their shared love of literature and lyrical precision, Tessa Mouzourakis and Wynter Bethel, the dynamic duo behind Tommy Lefroy, have been captivating audiences with their unique blend of ethereal storytelling and sonic experimentation for a couple of years now. With the release of their new single, 'Garden', and an upcoming EP on the horizon, their latest act may just be their best yet.
Without getting into the cliches of tired-old-music-scribbling-tropes, the band's name, inspired by the real-life Thomas Langlois Lefroy (the bloke who allegedly left Jane Austen brokenhearted, 'FYI'), serves as a testament to their mission: to subvert the trope of the woman undone by love and instead become the heroines of their own story. It's a determination to rewrite the narrative that is evident in their music, seamlessly weaving together personal experiences, literary references, and a keen sense of self-awareness.
It's a vibe that has already won them fans in high places - and you don't get much higher than a former member of the world's biggest boyband. Fresh off tour with former Dork cover star Niall Horan, Tessa and Wynter found themselves on the bill through some good old superstar A&R. "When our agent first texted us, we couldn't believe it was real. Niall said he'd found us randomly on Spotify; it was a crazy big opportunity for us," they explain.
Being part of such a large-scale production, especially for their first European run, was an unforgettable experience for the duo. "Niall and his team were wonderful," they gush. "They were so kind and accommodating to our touring party, and it was inspiring to see such a large-scale operation where everyone was so thoughtful and grounded. We were in awe of everything that went into the production every night. We were also very lucky to have an amazing little crew on this run, and had a lot of fun with them."