Quick-fire Questions: 10 minutes with Tanzana
Amid the rugged hills and mystical forests of Scotland, a new melody whistles through the wind. But Tanzana are not here to make such a picturesque scene.
The Glasgow five-piece, made up of vocalist Freya Talbot, guitarists Lily Findlay and Sarah Dunn, bassist Katie Hare, and drummer Karolina Skinderskyte, have racked up quite the blistering impression on the scene, despite having only just recently released their debut single, ‘Covet’. It’s hard to imagine them squandering that already majestic allure.
But this one release is only part of the emerging picture, as Tanzana are a band whipping up just as much of a live appeal as they are in the studio. Having already conquered the local heights of local venues such as King Tut’s and SWG3, they are only set to climb further into 2026 with shows dotted all over the UK and Ireland, including at The Great Escape and ArcTanGent in Bristol.
However, those are all the mountains that can wait until the new year. Here at Far Out, we really know what can make or break a new artist. For Tanzana, that just happens to involve blackberry cocktails, Gigi Hadid’s pasta, poltergeists, and Claudia Winkleman…
Quick-fire Questions with Tanzana:
The video for ‘Covet’ features some pretty mystical creatures, but what’s your favourite mythical character?
“We are going to have to stick to our Scottish roots and go for the unicorn”.
If you could invite one artist to be an honorary member of the band for a night, who would it be?
“It would have to be Adrianne Lenker, we are absolutely in love with her songwriting and lyrics, so it would be an honour to write with her|.
If you could create a cocktail that best describes your sound, what would you put in it?
“Blackberry liqueur, tonic, gin, shaved ice, and lime juice”.
Favourite venue you’ve ever played?
“Our favourite venue that we’ve played to date is SWG3 Galvanisers, where we supported Lucia & The Best Boys”.
What’s the best night out in Glasgow?
“Sub Club for going ‘out out’, Nice N Sleazy for a more chill vibe”.
Without providing context, what’s your favourite Scottish word that would confuse the rest of the world?
“Wheesht”.
What’s the best meal you’ve ever eaten?
“We sometimes make dinner together at Sarah’s house (where we practice), and our go-to meal is Gigi Hadid’s pasta recipe”.
What’s the worst movie ever made?
“The Minecraft Movie“.
You’re in charge of the jukebox in the pub – what three songs are you playing first?
“‘Sexy Boy’ by Air, ‘Big Time Sensuality’ by Björk, and ‘Futures’ by Zero 7”.
What’s a trend you want to leave behind in 2025?
“Anything AI related…”
Do you believe in ghosts?
“Yes. Our guitarist’s hairdresser once had a poltergeist in her home (it was in the news)”.
If you were dropped on a desert island, what one prized possession are you bringing with you?
“A pack of cards to continue our long-lived rivalry while playing Shithead”.
Dream dinner party lineup, dead or alive?
“Alison Hammond, Claudia Winkleman, Noel Fielding, Jodie Comer and Marty Schwartz”.
What’s the most life-changing book you’ve ever read?
“The Midnight Library. It really gives a new perspective on life and helped to push you to try new things even if they seem scary at the time”.
Are The Beatles overrated?
“We would say no, as they paved the way for a lot of bands and genres”.
