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Influences
....we all fall down - $21
This disc captures the hypnotic flow of two entire mousetrapreplica improvisations. The first, taken from a
performance at Adelaide's Grace Emily Hotel begins with a tastefully cinematic guitar piece which builds into some dark groove with juicy
synthesized bass, into a cinder like guitar figure which gradually builds into a post-apocalyptic avalanche of destructive noise, that somehow
keeps it's beautifully melodic shape all the way through.
The title track of the album starts innocently enough with a single note from McRobb's jangly sounding stratocaster, but slowly and surely
morphs and expands into a hauntingly dark piece with all the power of an orchestra. It is a ferocious yet tasteful improvisation which makes the
guitar sound like a completely different beast from the instrument you know. ...we all fall down - Sample 1 ...we all fall down - Sample 2 ...we all fall down - Sample 3 ...we all fall down - Sample 4
Fragments - $21
Fragments is a selection of the best moments from mousetrapreplica improvised performances and live studio takes.
It is a breathtaking view of an artist whose unique vision is only matched by his committment to seeing it through to the end.
A stunningly diverse, soulful, playful, monstrous collection of music that will bring refreshingly new sounds to your appreciative ears.
Housed in beautiful digipack packaging, featuring the artwork of Nella Combe. Fragments - Sample 1 Fragments - Sample 2 Fragments - Sample 3 Fragments - Sample 4
Purchase both Albums together - $35
Get both of em, over 140 minutes of cutting edge sounds at a discounted rate.
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The CDs are now instore at Nicholson St. Bakery, which is next door to the Empress in North Fitzroy.
It is also in 'I Dream a Highway,' 259 high st. Northcote.
m o u s e t r a p r e p l i c a is the instrumental collaboration of musicians Ryan McRobb, Gareth Thomson and Murray Pigdon.
Originally the solo project of McRobb, he applies forward thinking technology to transform the guitar into an instrument which goes beyond its previous conventions. Combining a MIDI guitar with extensive use of pedals, loop technology and laptop manipulation, he creates sounds which transcend the traditional rock experience, producing music unusually full-bodied for a three piece ensemble.
Together the three highly skilled musicians have found a meeting point between their experimental, electronic tendencies, and their classically trained backgrounds. Accompanied by the spirited drumming of Gareth Thomson, and the powerful bass playing of Murray Pigdon, together they have created a chemistry which is standing out amongst the underground experimental scene in Melbourne and Australia.
As a part of their live shows in the past, the band has also featured live painting by artists Nella Combe and Alice Palermo, enhancing the visual element of the performance, and engaging audiences through multi art-form collaboration.
With the previous lineup, including drummer Nick Martyn, Mousetrapreplica toured the East coast of Australia in March 2008, and played throughout South Australia in March 2007 as a part of the Adelaide Fringe Festival.
Two improvised solo releases entitled “Fragments” and “...We All Fall Down”, and a CD-R entitled “Frozen Moments” are currently for sale.
Mousetrapreplica is in the process of writing for a release due for late 2009.
The band have received airplay in Australia on JJJ National radio, RRR Melbourne, PBS Melbourne, 3CR Melbourne, FBi Sydney, CCR Sydney, Sideways through Sound in Sydney, plus many international radio stations.
We'd love it if you reviewed us on tripleJ UnEarthed!
Sons of Abraham are playing their first Headline show at The Ding Dong Lounge next Friday 10th July with guests The Committal, Rainbird & Anember. Sons onstage at 11pm. Hope you can make it.
Hi, thanks for the add. We're taking requests for what should be on our music player at the moment if you want to put in a vote for a song? Also, Clare has just begun her twitter escapades, pretty funny! Cheers CB HQ
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