This acoustic folk/rock duo features Monique Houraghan with her distinctive "honey-like" vocal, and Dan Tucker with an intricate finger-style guitar technique. The pair have been writing and performing original material since 1997. Influenced by artists such as James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Counting Crows, the Eagles and Jewel; Tinderbox have developed a varied and dynamic repertoire. Tinderbox performances continue to receive excellent reviews, even being described by one German critic as 'a miracle in a small matchbox'. After four creative years living in Dublin between 1997 and 2001 the duo spent two years travelling the world. During this time they acquired an agent in Australia and performed dozens of gigs in Melbourne and Sydney. This provided vital experience and also helped to further enhance their repertoire. Tinderbox have since performed in countries ranging from Germany, Hong Kong and Fiji, to New Zealand, Australia and Thailand. On their return to the UK Monique and Dan settled in Bournemouth where they have resided since late 2004. Tinderbox are now promoting their tunes through live performances, as well as through their official website: www.tinderboxacoustic.com
