Lost Chimes are London-based wife and husband musicians Gemma and Nicky Kirk. They create dreamlike indie folk with a cutting edge and are reknowned for their emotive live performances and storytelling.
Their chemistry, both musical and personal - adds depth to their songwriting, creating a warm, captivating sound that is atmospheric, heartfelt and authentic.
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Gemma and Nicky met at Sheffield University whilst studying languages and architecture back in 2000. After playing in numerous other bands, the duo combined their musical passion to produce music together that provokes, soothes and crystallises life.
2020 saw the release of their debut single, a paired-back, atmospheric cover of Joy Division’s, “Love will tear us apart”.
Their self-titled album was released in May 2021 - an alluring soundscape, filled with the ebb and flow of friends, family, life and loss.
Working with well-known producer and multi-instrumentalist Gerry Diver, their second album, “Now I Swim” is to be released in Spring 2025.
With hauntingly beautiful melodies, intricate guitar work and evocative lyrics, “Now I Swim” delves deep into the human experience, weaving tales of resilience and hope that transcend time and place. Drawing from their own family history and the collective memory of others, this album promises to resonate with listeners on a deeply emotional level.
Having hit the airwaves following the release of their debut album “Lost Chimes”, the band’s growing popularity and listenership on local, national and international radio signify the ringing in of their second album.
Follow on social media and join them at a vibrant gig to engulf yourself in the world of Gemma, Nicky and their “Lost Chimes”.
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More recently Gemma and Nicky have been working on a range of site specific audio works, inspired by architecture and the interplay between sound, structure and space.
This creative practice directly engages with a particular location, using its physical, cultural and acoustic characteristics as both inspiration and medium allowing them to produce astonishing music that resonates with its audience.
