“Occupying gossamer space somewhere between Shannon Wright and Cat Power – with near-folksy phrasing that could pass for the soft-spoken younger sister of Sandy Denny – Autumn Grieve’s impressive new EP ”Another Window”, was recorded with Christian Frederickson of Quarterstick act the Rachel’s. The introspective, placid short-player features cellist David Cho of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra”…
"...Her debut EP "Another Window" is a lushly lo-fi, evocative set of originals that fans of Shannon Wright and Jeff Buckley will warm up to.”.…"gentle, intelligent folk music."
Bill Ellis, The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, TN.
“The opening track “Sea Maiden’s Daughter” begins with a drag of cello and sets the tone for the e.p. as gentle, featherlight guitar threads through the song, complementing Grieve’s wisps of vocals. It’s a pastoral feel which builds into a gentle apex of flowing strings, that draws the track beyond its lulling introduction, but never beyond a point of total release. The second track “Hold the Light” is more heavily structured, acoustic guitars being more forceful, accompanied by a gentle mandolin that evokes a very 60’s era British folk feel, the song benefiting from the alternating use of cello and viola in subsequent verses. The final track “Shine” floats gently and benefits from raw recording techniques and the beautiful cello work of David Cho. It’s a tone that’s intense and rich in texture.”
James Rider
Icarus, Ireland.
Namaste.
I'm a composer/singer-songwriter within a folk/classical tradition, currently based in Brighton, England. My second ep entitled 'Terra Infinita', has recently been released on the Galway-based indie label Rusted Rail . More recordings of a starker nature are occuring at the moment, within a wooden floored, honey-hued room in Dorset, England.
I'm also a member of avant/orchestral/experimental projects Orchestra Noir and The Triple Tree.
As for other projects, I've contributed harmonies to the Agitated Radio Pilot release, 'World Winding Down,' and am collaborating with The Owl Service on an upcoming project. I'm also collaborating wtih The Joy of Nature on a project focusing upon the realms of folk music and esoterica. Other mystery projects will be unveiled soon... Please check out all of these lovely souls via myspace and their websites. Upcoming performances will be posted on this site. You can hear more songs on www.autumngrieve.com, and for info about ordering contact rustedrail.com.
Earth, Nature and Beauty, folklore, the Divine Feminine, the cycles of life and death, light and shadow... here's where the songs begin.
Musically my influences range from the folk traditions of many cultures, to My Bloody Valentine, Dead Can Dance, 14th century French troubadours, Tim and Jeff Buckley, Leonard Cohen, Mark Hollis, grunge, Will Oldham, prog rock, Kate Bush, mantras, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Red House Painters, folk psychedelia, most areas of music history, Meredith Monk, and ever so many more.
I'm settled into a nice neighborhood in SE London. When you get in to the UK you should pop around here for a bit if you got some time before heading to Brighton. I will be touring through the states/canada late July but will be back by the 1st of august.
Salud: I am a dj. in audiobar called "Laduana" in Valparaiso - Chile, South america, I like your excellent music, I am trying to make a good work showing the music of the many bands that really work with passion on their creations. I will have included your music in my play list.
Thanks for your message - and sorry for the delayed response (I've been neglecting things for a bit). Anyway, your stuff is gorgeous. Do try to let me know if you're playing live.
Hi from Scotland, What are they puting in the water down there? There seem to be loads of good musicians in Brighton just now. Love your stuff. 'Today the Rain' has a real feel of Arthur Lee's Love about it. No bad thing as far as we're concerned. Take care, ~sighrens~
Thank you for your friendship! I love your voice - so gorgeous! I love the evocative, ethereal style, and I love that you recorded in the field with the attendant organic elements -(I did that on my first EP) Well, looks like a lot of love sent your way!
"The energy of everything flows like the great rivers of the earth, naturally rolling and splashing, slipping and spiraling through the paths of least resistance toward the swelling, dreaming sea. Our life began in the waters of our mother's living womb. Grandmother Moon pulls and releases the ocean tides and the water in our bodies allowing energy and intuition to flow freely through our feelings and our spirits. Water has memory and is alive, responding to our emotions and healing old sorrows, teaching us playfully to release and renew. Water evaporates from the sea and transpires from trees to return as cleansing, life giving rain. All life needs clean water to survive. The spirit and sacredness of water is honored by all people who respect life. Swimming or floating in pools and lakes, streams and rivers our bodies and bright spirits receive the wisdom of water, honoring our emotions, remembering the love and mysteries of our source, embraced in wholeness and serenity."
