They met by chance when Dan (Londoner) and Nemo (Scotsman) shared cheap digs as property guardians looking after a former residential nursing home in Crouch End. They connected around a common love of 80s and 90s synth based music and a desire to make great hit records.
With over 20 people living in the shared property (including several artists and singers), the duo were able to try different ideas and collaborations.
The hook for the first single came up when they were jamming with housemates in the huge living room on a semi-broken old-skool Casio keyboard with flashing keys!
When Dan went back to visit his relatives in Jamaica, he played the demos and got an amazing reaction. His friend – Kingston based artist, Abie One, was keen to get involved. Tracks were sent back and forth from London to Kingston through whatsapp to make the music happen.
The result is Coolhursts’ first single: ‘Jump Up’, featuring Abie One.
An international link-up between London, Scotland and Jamaica. Old School synth pop vibes, irresistible hooks, awesome groove, and a creative freshness, gives this music a unique flavour.
Enjoy!