Tom Thum & Tnee Dyer
PERMISSION GRANTED is a creative collaboration between world-renowned beatboxer Tom Thum and musician and educator, Tnee Dyer.
"World-renowned beatboxer Thum possesses an almost preposterous vocal range. He does not merely create beats; he summons an entire sonic ecosystem from somewhere within his body. Percussion, basslines, electronic textures, instrumental imitations and sounds that seem impossible to reproduce without an arsenal of equipment emerge with startling precision. His abilities are genuinely mind-blowing, yet his warm, playful and unassuming manner ensures the performance never feels like an exercise in showing off.
Dyer is every bit his equal collaborator. A superb keyboard player, vocalist, guitarist and rapper, he moves between musical disciplines with remarkable fluency. His harmonies with Thum are lovely, while his rhythmic dexterity and effortless flow add further layers to the production’s already abundant musical palette.
The chemistry between the two performers is excellent:
relaxed, reciprocal and grounded in conspicuous mutual respect.
Both men also bring an affable sincerity to the stage. Their friendly rapport offers young people the welcome sight of two immensely talented male performers who are collaborative, expressive, encouraging and entirely comfortable approaching creativity with openness and joy. They are impressive artists and excellent role models."