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BAND PROFILE
‘Third House’ is an alliance between Dave Barbarossa (drummer with Adam Ant, Bow Wow Wow and Republica) Umair “Spider” Chaudhry (Silent Weapon / Walls of Freedom) and Graham Dalzell (John E Vistic / Emily Breeze).
The sound takes elements of post-punk, darkwave and electronica, combining Dave’s tribal drums, Umair’s guitar / baritone vocals, and Graham’s driving bass to create something unique.
Lyrically, the songs deal with themes of personal struggle, spirituality/mysticism and societal observation.
Their first EP, “Inside Outside” was released on the 1st of November 2024, featuring 4 songs written, produced and performed by the band. The band currently has plans to release a 2nd EP, followed by a full length debut album.
Third House upcoming gigs:
6th of August, 2025 @ The Half Moon (Putney, London)
Dave Barbarossa – Drums
Spider – Vocals, guitars and synths
Graham Dalzell – Bass, backing vocals
PERSONAL BIOGRAPHIES
Dave Barbarossa
A protégé of punk rock alchemist Malcolm McLaren, he was instrumental in creating the tribal drumming signature of Adam & the Ants and Bow Wow Wow. Latterly he has played for Republica, Chicane, Adamski, and recently recorded ‘Chime Oblivion’ an album with John Dwyer of The Osees.
Umair “Spider” Chaudhry
He has been associated with many bands and musical projects, most notably Oxford Hardcore band Xmas Lights. Current projects are Silent Weapon, Walls of Freedom and Gift of Blindness. He’s also a professional Sound Engineer, taking care of the band’s production duties at present.
Graham Dalzell
A lifelong bass player and vocalist, as part of the the Bristol scene, he has recorded with members of Massive Attack, and toured with John E Vistic Rock’n’Roll Soundsystem. Most recently he has been a member of 6Music darling Emily Breeze’s band, recording two albums.