Gravenhurst
Alternative / Folk
Nick Talbot (aka Gravenhurst):
Thinks that Guided By Voices are the best band in the world (although on another day it could be Bert Jansch, Hüsker Dü or Fairport Convention).
Moved to Bristol in the late ‘90s, drawn by work from the likes of Third Eye Foundation and Flying Saucer Attack.
Was a member of Assembly Communications, a My Bloody Valentine-esque troupe whose swift A&R showcase-abetted rise felt uncomfortably beyond the control of the band members themselves.
Embarked on the DIY path and founded Silent Age Records. Released his debut album, ‘Internal Travels’, as well as the early works of such West Country luminaries as Mole Harness and War Against Sleep (now signed to Fire Records). Also found time to partner Guy Bartell in establishing and maintaining the horror-evoking, experi-electronica outfit, Bronnt Industries Kapital.
First released ‘Flashlight Seasons’ on Silent Age in 2003, a more complex work than the sparse debut long player, not least thanks to the increased use of drone-heavy arrangements in sustaining that ‘foreboding’ mood. Awarded ‘Album of the Year’ by West Country listings bible, Venue magazine.
"I’ve had a modus operandi, which is pretty much recording in my bedroom and overlaying stuff, and everything I’ve written has borne that in mind. I’ve always been a fan of home recording and four tracks – you can kill a band easier than you can improve it in a studio. That said, I really hope now that the three of us [the live band comprising drummer Dave Collingwood and multi-instrumentalist/vocalist Paul Nash] will develop into a folk-Stereolab-Crazyhorse." It’s probably important to note that Nick laughs as he says this. But not too hard..
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