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   Big Big Train: General Info
Member Since4/27/2006
Band Websitewww.bigbigtrain.com
Band Members

Gregory Spawton, Andy Poole, and David Longdon

The latest album "The Underfall Yard" is released on December 15th 2009 and features guest appearances from Nick D'Virgilio of Spocks Beard, and Francis Dunnery, Jem Godfrey, and Dave Gregory.

The album can be pre-ordered at www.bigbigtrain.com for £8 sterling (including worldwide shipping). For a limited period the 23 minute title track can be downloaded free from the bands website.www.bigbigtrain.com.

Hear more from David Longdon our new vocalist on his myspace pagewww.myspace.com/davidlongdon.

Check out my new cube!

Video footage: Demo recording of The Underfall Yard featuring Nick D'Virgilo on drums.

Recording the brass sections for the Underfall Yard.

Studio photos from the Difference Machine sessions 2007: Greg Spawton, Andy Poole, Sean Filkins and Steve Hughes. Plus special guests from Spocks Beard and Marillion.

READ THE REVIEWS ON THE WEB SITE - This is what MUSIC STREET JOURNAL had to say:

With three epics separated by short instrumentals and some great music, Big Big Train's The Difference Engine should be on every prog fan's playlist. The album is a fine example of how an artist can combine classic progressive rock sounds with more modern textures in a mélange that, while nodding to the music of others is as a whole something unique. There are sections that will make you think of bands like Genesis, Marillion and others, but I doubt anyone has combined those elements into a composite that's quite like this. Featuring guest appearances from Marillion's Pete Trewavas and Nick D'Virgilio and Dave Meros from Spock's Beard. I suppose the easiest comparison to give you an idea of what the music sounds like would be The Flower Kings, but this doesn't completely cover it.
InfluencesGenesis, Premiata Forneria Marconi, Van Der Graaf Generator, King Crimson, Mew, Sigur Ros, Oceansize

Introducing... 'English Boy Wonders' Remixed, remastered, remade

Sounds LikeGenesis

Illustrations from the album : Gathering Speed

Recordings:

Record LabelEnglish Electric Recordings
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Big Big Train
Big Big Train is an independent progressive rock band that was founded in 1990. Based in Bournemouth, England, the core band members are songwriter Gregory Spawton, producer Andy Poole, and vocalist David Longdon.

BBT has released 5 critically acclaimed albums and is due to release their sixth album "The Underfall Yard" in December 2009.

For a more detailed account of BBT's evolution, go to our Google Knol page

You will also find background information on our albums and songs there.

Recent info around BBT's activities can be found on our news blog at blogspot

Images from the sixth album - The Underfall Yard

Big Big Train's fifth album, The Difference Machine, was released on 17th September 2007 and features guest appearances from Nick D'Virgilio and Dave Meros of Spocks Beard, and Pete Trewavas of Marillion.

Illustrations from the album The Difference Machine:


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PRINCESS ELDI

PRINCESS ELDI



Dec 25 2009 11:58 PM

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Gandalf’s Project

Gandalf’s Project



Dec 25 2009 3:49 AM

A very merry Christmas, mates! :)
howeri

howeri



Dec 24 2009 8:24 PM

Merry Christmas and a happy New Year,

Thanxs for the signed and wonderful CD it was a great gift for an old proggy.

Best wishes from Germany

Horst

brian

brian watson



Dec 24 2009 8:23 PM

Just wondering if everyone was aware they can vote every day on the usa prog vote thing. I'm on about day six or seven now.
HELIA

HELIA



Dec 24 2009 8:23 PM

Hello Big Big Train,
 
I hope this finds you in good spirits and everything else in your life and neck of the woods is good or better!!
Thank you for dropping in with your note.
I would like to wish you and your loved ones a blessed Christmas.  
Also, a  fabulous New Year filled with much happiness and great adventures!!
So take care and may God keep you and yours blessed.
Happy Holiday!!
 
Stay well, warm, safe and always happy!!
virtual Hugs,
~H

PS. I apologize for not being here on line this last while, the good news is that my new computer will arrive second week in January, so I will be back on line!!  So until then good night!!
FEAR SWITCH - Debut Album Out

FEAR SWITCH - Debut Album Out



Dec 24 2009 8:23 PM

Hey, Cheers for the add

Drop by and leave us a comment of what you think...

Mark, (vocals)
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Sandra

Sandra Olma



Dec 24 2009 8:22 PM


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Bernardo (Caspare)

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Dec 23 2009 5:03 PM

Marcel

Marcel Beek



Dec 23 2009 5:02 PM

Just bought the TUY 2CD Bundle (TUY + English Boy Wonders 2008) after listening to 'Last Train' (from Prognosis 5) & 'TUY' (download). Great songs, guys!

Regards,
Marcel

PS: Nick DV on drums is always nice to hear!
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Ckani

Ckani



Dec 23 2009 1:46 PM

I'll have to check that out. Thanks!
DJ Tony/TsaDesigns Digital Studios

Anthony Romero



Dec 21 2009 6:28 PM

Big Big Train is making its aiiradio.net debut on monday Dec 21st
12pm Eastern & 9am pacific usa Time
http://aiiradio.net/

BBT will also be Dj Tony's featured on Monday Dec 21st & Thursday Dec 24th & Friday Dec 25th    The big Christmas day special

Tune in to hear lots of songs from the new Cd The UnderFall Yard

Dj Tony
NADIA (yes right, crackrocksteady or die :p )

NADIA (yes right, crackrocksteady or die :p )



Dec 21 2009 6:28 PM

i will i will :))
sylvie

sylvie



Dec 21 2009 1:30 AM

I'm listening to The Underfall Yard before going to sleep!
Great moment!
Unknown Fan

Unknown Fan



Dec 20 2009 11:48 PM

 Yes, I did . Yours is the best.  
crop circle sam

crop circle sam



Dec 20 2009 10:01 PM

hi Big Big Train,let your good music roll and welcome to check out our kind of A christmas adventure now!see you,Crop Circle Sam
Nature Lover 136

Nature Lover 136



Dec 20 2009 12:35 AM

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cirrus bay

cirrus bay



Dec 19 2009 11:45 PM

Of course I voted for you. The new album is amazing. Very well done!!!
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Dec 19 2009 11:44 PM

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Sonic Vista Music

Sonic Vista Music



Dec 19 2009 11:43 PM

..The annual poll on the Aural Moon website should be interesting also. There are some big fans of BBT and The Underfall Yard who patronise the site.
Antilabé

Antilabé



Dec 19 2009 11:42 PM


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Dec 19 2009 11:41 PM

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belgium / georg sehrbrock

belgium / georg sehrbrock



Dec 19 2009 11:40 PM

great album. timeless music.  for me the prog of the year. my vote is yours! best wishes, georg
PRINCESS ELDI

PRINCESS ELDI



Dec 19 2009 11:38 PM

Congratulations

you are great musicians

cheers
Hans
Gretchen♥¤¥

Gretchen♥¤¥



Dec 19 2009 1:24 PM

You are welcome! That is wonderful how you-all were included in the nominations! Have a great day. .. Take care. With Best Wishes, Gretchen.
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