The Bom-Bane Supremacy 23 Aug 2004 * * * * *
reviewer: Andrew Mounstephen, Scotland on EdFringe.com
"In a venue that can honestly be described as 'intimate', Jane and Nick create a kaleidoscope of sound with the aid of instruments as varied as harmonium, theremin, tuned wine glasses and a deck of cards. Songs and poems concern subjects as varied as submarines, mermaids, bad boys, Edinburgh Rock and President Pompidou. Jane's ever-growing collection of mechanical hats completes the tapestry of sight and sound and the results are spellbinding and truly original. Bom-Bane's playful lyrics and her singing and recitation combined Nick's awesome multi-instrumental talents make for an enchanting 1hr 45 minutes, and at a price of £7.50, including a free glass of wine, this has to be some of the best value on the Fringe, as well as one of the best small shows. Go see at all costs!! "
Review:Jane Bom-Bane Back-to-Back with Nick Pynn * * * *
"Bizzare,
surreal, eccentric and fun! Prepare for a rollercoaster ride of
sing along harmonies and hats! Jane Bom-Bane dazzles and surprises with
her
amusing lyrics and costumes, and hats! I must once again mention the
hats!
There are ones that light up and ones with moving parts, then a quick
costume change and she is a glittering gold mermaid! There is great
accompaniment from Pynn on strings and in the second half he takes
centre
stage to play his compositions, accompanied by Uma Theremin and the
Crystal
Sisters. What does it all mean? You'll have to go to find out! " Three
Weeks 26-8-04
“Jane
Bom-Bane is either a genius or an example of care in the community gone
wrong.
Gloriously eccentric. Hugely entertaining songs and stories.
Unmissable.***** ”
Edinburgh
Evening News
“Blisteringly
off-beat”
Daily Telegraph
“Majesty
and wit…adventurous musicianship”
Time Out
“One
of the Fringe's hidden gems…wonderful magpieish imagination. Delightful
.”
The
Scotsman
“A
charm and gentle wit to entrance the stoniest heart”
The Scotsman
“Weird
and wonderful music" Scottish TV "Queen of the funky harmonium”
Exploding Cinema
“Her
voice seems to float and swirl over your head, the audience watching in
absolute amazement. Is Jane Bom-Bane for real? Who cares when
confronted with this wonderful madness”
The
Stage
“Enchanting.
Dive in, the water's lovely.”
The
Stage
"Mystical word and sound puzzles ... fascinating." The Scotsman
“Unique” The List
"...a unique, enchanting and probably revolving mind." Three Weeks