Moira is a power rock trio based in Groningen (Netherlands) in which prog-inspired grooves, dance-oriented basslines, and long, soulful solos come together in a live-oriented musical expression. 

 

In late 2023, Moira rose from the ashes of a previous project that generated a tight bond between frontman Matteo Formis, and bassist Tijn Dekker. To complete and embrace a trademark groove section, ascending from Istanbul’s underground rock scene, Efe Yılmaz was chosen to complete the current - and everlasting - formation.

 

After having devoted the early stages to finding a unique blend between tastes, genres, and tonal possibilities, the band made its official debut in March 2024, playing a part in a sold-out event at one of the major student theaters in Groningen. A second, successful participation at the same venue one week after marked another sold-out performance, projecting Moira high in the lively musical community of the biggest city in the northern Netherlands.

 

Later in spring, Moira headlined an independent live music event organized by Amnesty International at the renowned Cafè de Zolder, as well as another at the Simplon Poppodium, a landmark of the Dutch alternative realm. 

 

In the summer of 2024, the band undertook its first studio time together to free-standingly record a four-song debut EP, released on January10th, 2025.

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Working hard to follow-up the reaching of the final of the "Songs For Freedom" contest with the unreleased single "All Hallows' Day", Moira looks forward to new recording times.