Driven by the passion for writing exciting music and longing for the stages to show their ability to perform it with an almost touchable intensity Roland van der Horst (guitars, vocals) and Joost Hagemeijer (drums, vocals) felt in 1998 that the time was right to form a band and bring their project ‘Brainstorm’ to life. The first demo recording “Massive Hollowness” was the first achievement of these passionate musicians of the group which was then renamed ‘Mangrove’.
The year 2001 secured the perfect band: some months after Pieter Drost (bass) completed the rhythm section with his distinctive bass sound, Chris Jonker (keyboards) completed the sonic palette with the keys. Writing sessions started and resulted in the rather successful release ‘Touch Wood’ in 2004. The foundation for the typical Mangrove sound was built. But it was the 2005 concept album ‘Facing The Sunset’ which grabbed the attention of many fans of pure progressive rock within the scene. ‘Facing The Sunset’ was even awarded as best album of 2005 with the ‘Prog Award’ by IO Pages, a leading progressive rock magazine. Beside the stage favorite ‘There Must Be Another Way’ this album with four long tracks ends up with the climax of the exciting 21-minute epic ‘Hidden Dreams’.
Mangrove onstage is a synonym for emotion, passion and intensity but surely also for exploding energy. The interaction with the audience perfectly applies to the charismatic front man Roland van der Horst. His contagious stage performance gets the attention of the fans and the press. All of these elements helped to gain an excellent live reputation throughout the years. The music is characterized by the variety in tempo and dynamics, with modest passages but also heavy symphonic eruptions. This oiled machine can bring the sensation of seventies giants like Pink Floyd, Genesis, Yes and King Crimson back to life. But always blended with the typical distinctive Mangrove sound they claim their own unique spot in the (live) music scene. The listener is carried away on a musical journey. The 2006 double live album ‘Coming Back To Live’ summarizes a brilliant Mangrove period with a cross-section of the first three albums.
The continuous growth of Mangrove’s fan base and winning the ‘iO Pages Prog Award’ gave a strong impulse to impressive performances in The Netherlands, soon followed by Belgium, Germany, Poland and England.
In 2009 Mangrove will release the long expected and stunning new studio album ‘Beyond Reality’. The title seems to fit the great expectations of the band very well. On this album the development of a professional approach, songwriting capabilities and the moments of virtuosity are clearly showed off. Beside the epic tracks like ‘Daydreamer’s Nightmare’ and the vivacious ‘Voyager’, there is the title track 'Beyond Reality' which inherits everything of a classic rock song suitable for a wide music loving audience. With this new album, Mangrove intends to make a clear statement: pushing the limits in an amazing way. Driven by where it all started with: passion for the music.
Już jest! Nagraliśmy nasz pierwszy teledysk. Wizja została nadana utworowi "bdb+" - naszej pierwszej piosenki zaśpiewanej w rodzimym języku. Będzie to również pierwszy singiel kolejnej płyty, która powoli zaczynamy komponować.
Zobacz siłę miłości już teraz i zapełnij długie jesienne wieczory naszymi dźwiękami!
http://myspace.com/orchidtheband
Jeżeli chcecie posłuchać "bardzodobrego" na żywo zapraszamy we wtorek 8 grudnia do poznańskiego klubu "Pod Minogą". Naszymi gośćmi będą: The Lollipops i Białe Wiśnie.
Pozdrawiamy i do zobaczenia! Orchid (od teraz Storcz)
Hey M A N G R O V E Come check out the new song Alex Hirsch wrote after reading Einstein's private manuscripts and quoting his memoirs directly. The song is called, The Stormy Seas of Time and features Ken Oak on the Cellos, Bionik on the Drums and Production, and of course, Alex Hirsch on the guitars and singing. And remember, all it takes is 3 little dollars to get any of his full albums at www.keywinsproductions.com.
A fair price for up to 17 songs! Finally, good music that is priced correctly, not another record company rip off!
Thanks for add me to your friends!! Your tracks are really superb!! I'm glad to being friends and hope to see you soon Italy!! Wish you all a wonderful and creative week!! Gianluca
Acá pasamos a dejar una invitación, después de 15años Café Tacvba regresa en concierto aqui en Tabasco, una gran producción, un buen show y mucho desmadre. Caiganle. Saludos y buena vibra desde el sur. Siempre pa adelante, lo mejor!!!
Hi Mangrove, Thanks for the add. Joost Hagemeijer said (the interview with rockarea) You would visit Poland. Hope to see Mangrove soon. Polish reviews highly recommend "Beyond Reality". I've just listened to the edit versions on MySpace. Must have this album! :) Best progressive wishes from Poland
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Greetings and blessings thanks for the great vibe may JAH bless you always keep up the great work and keep the link www.mrmention.com have a great week one love .
After attending your performance at the Spirit, I got your 2 last albums, the double live one and Beyong Reality. Highly recommended to all prog lovers ! Greetz from Brussels.
hello my friends.i don't know if i told you but i already have your amazing prog album "beyond reality" and i want to believe that the time will come to see you live in time! i'll must be a "voyager" to see you in europe perhaps! "time will tell"! i hope for all of you the best..kisses~helen:)
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