Manix

In an industry that is saturated with clones and talentless artists whose material is handed on a plate to them to perform like karaoke, it is refreshing when the 'real deal' appears.

Manolis Manoli - Manix - is one of those rare young men who can do it all, and do it well.

The 24 year old Music Production student has been singing, songwriting and producing since an early age - both alone and in collaboration.

His duo 'Meliflous' and current band 'Coada' show his versatility as a brooding front man, gifted guitarist, haunting vocalist and multi-talented all-rounder. Female fans have something of a bonus with his Mediterranean dark looks whilst serious music fans are floored when they hear his original and distinctive musical offerings.

Music it appears, is a family trait. "I grew up in a home where music was a big deal; my two sisters both sing. My eldest sister was chasing the elusive record deal from a very young age and auditioning but did not manage to crack the industry despite being both a singer and songwriter. I was always encouraged to develop my talents and that I could be more so it was always natural that I would enter the industry."

The talented frontman and musician is currently studying Music Production at UCLAN whilst remaining musically active as a solo artist, as part of a duo and as a band member - each role with a difference that proves he is versatile.

With pages on myspace, Facebook and an EPK on Sonicbids, it won't be long before he is hot name on the industry's lips. - Paula Gray CFL Magazine 2009