Los Campesinos! Members, Gear & Sound
Members
Select a Los Campesinos! band member to check out the music gear they use live and in the studio.
About
Los Campesinos! is a vibrant indie rock band hailing from Cardiff, Wales, known for their eclectic fusion of indie pop, dance-punk, and anti-folk. The group was formed in the mid-2000s and has evolved into a seven-piece ensemble, with Gareth Paisey (vocals), Tom Bromley (guitar), Neil Turner (guitar), Rob Taylor (bass), Kim David (keys), Jason Adelinia (drums), and Harriet Coleman (violin, glockenspiel). Their work is characterized by energetic performances and lyrics filled with emotional intensity, with influences ranging from US emo to The Beautiful South.
How to Sound Like Los Campesinos!
The sound of Los Campesinos! is a dynamic tapestry of melodic chaos and rhythmic exuberance. Their music often features a blend of jangly guitars and driving rhythms, with fuzz-laden textures that give their tracks an edge. This is exemplified by Tom Bromley's use of the Gibson SG Standard paired with distortion pedals like the ZVEX Vexter Box of Rock and the ZVEX Fuzz Factory. The group's sonic landscape is further enriched by Kim David's synth layers using the Clavia Nord Wave, adding a shimmering depth to their vibrant and emotionally charged compositions. Los Campesinos! thrive on creating an immersive and raw auditory experience that is both playful and profound.
Discography
Hold On Now, Youngster... (Remastered Deluxe Edition)
2008
Hold On Now, Youngster
2008
We Are Beautiful, We Are Doomed
2008
Romance Is Boring
2010
Hello Sadness
2011
A Good Night for a Fistfight (Live at Islington Assembly Hall)
2012
NO BLUES
2013
Sick Scenes
2017
Whole Damn Body
2021
All Hell
2024
So Close to Heaven (Live at Troxy)
2025
Get the Los Campesinos! Sound
Want to sound like Los Campesinos!? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.
