Emmett Elvin - Bloody Marvels

[BadElephantMusic]

Hi,

Following the release of his acclaimed collection of electronic and sample-based music, Emmettronica, in 2013, Bloody Marvels is a collection of largely instrumental pieces performed on acoustic instruments. Emmett is a master of guitar as well as keyboards, and plays a bewildering variety of both stringed, keyed, struck and blown instruments to create this beguiling, atmospheric and haunting album. Strong on melody and mood, with occasional moments of both playfulness and terror, these fourteen songs – together with two bonus tracks – will transport the listener into Emmett’s musical realm, leaving a long-lasting impression of its beauty in the heart and the mind.

To hear preview tracks and order the CD or download, go to http://music.badelephant.co.uk/album/bloody-marvels-2

Love to know what you all think of this one - not quite a 'mainstream' prog release, but hopefully there's something of interest here for everyone. I love it, but I'm biased

David

[NogbadTheBad]

Very nice, I'll be picking this up.

[BadElephantMusic]

Emmett is the keyboard player with Knifeworld, Guapo and Chrome Hoof - Bloody Marvels is very likely to appeal to anyone who enjoys those bands!

[NogbadTheBad]

I met Emmett at RIO last year with Guapo, lovely chap, eclectic group of bands he's in, love them all but you'd never guess they were connected.

[alanterrill]

This thread sank without trace but I would implore anyone who hasn't heard this to take a listen. Its one of my favourite albums of last year - brilliant instrumental music made up of layers of well played stringed instruments , such parts reminding me sometimes of Ensemble Raye but there are also a group of classical instruments (cello, French horn, bassoon, trumpet etc) added to several tracks . A couple of tracks 'Beyond Astromomy's Reach' and 'Where Do You Think You're Going' reminded me of something by Von Zamla, which is high praise indeed. Hear it here https://emmettelvin.bandcamp.com/tra...nk-youre-going

[NogbadTheBad]

Yeah, I bought it based on numerous recommendations, it's very good.