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SLIXS - are a vocal groove band of six members with international reputation, touring throughout Europe and Asia with a their distinctive mix of Jazz, Pop, R&B and own compositions in English, French and in an own created language. In 2008 and 2013 they won a CARA (Contemporary A Cappella Recording Award) which is like a Grammy to the worldwide A Cappella community. Since 2013, they appear on stage with Bobby McFerrin to perform his VOCAbuLarieS on tour in Europe.

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Album Review

SLIXS: Playgrounds

Read "Playgrounds" reviewed by Ian Patterson


The six members of German a cappella group SLIXS have been honing their instruments together, that's to say their voices, for over a decade. Few vocal groups can match SLIXS' energy and musical charisma, or its masterly fusion of funk, pop, jazz and baroque idioms. SLIXS' unforgettable live shows brought them to the attention of Bobby McFerrin, with whom the band subsequently toured, and his influence is undoubtedly felt on Playgrounds. However, the nine original compositions, the lion's share composed ...

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SLIXS At Derry International Choral Festival 2016

Read "SLIXS At Derry International Choral Festival 2016" reviewed by Ian Patterson


SLIXS Derry International Choral Festival St. Columb's Hall Derry, N. Ireland October 20, 2016 In just four editions the City of Derry International Choral Festival has carved its place among the world's leading choral festivals, attracting the very best international choirs to the Walled City. A pleasing aspect of the CDICF, beyond the marquee names, has been its desire to think outside the box. Neil Cowley's collaborations with local choir Codetta and pan-European choir ...

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