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Esperi’s debut album ‘In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment’ out now!
"Juxtaposing acoustic guitar and a whole host of odd instruments and percussion, Esperi mainman Chris Lee-Marr seems to be making all the right waves." - The List
Hot on the heels of his EP, Melancholics Anonymous, Esperi return with debut album In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment out now on Fall On Records.
The record has already scored 7/10 on The Line of Best Fit claiming the "...softer moments can be likened to Sun Kill Moon." The album has also been supported by For Folk's Sake where you can exclusively stream the album for free.
"Silo The Fire", a track from the album, is available to download free from the A Badge of Friendship Soundcloud page.
The record continues Chris Marr's exploration of the heartfelt moments of his and our lives, with touching lyrics that convey a naivety and sensitivity. It's this child like view of the world that sets Marr apart from his contemporaries and is aided by his use of everyday items as musical instruments. While acoustic instrumentation is mainly the order of the day, tracks such as "Dialled" illustrate Marr's uniqueness with the sounds of his bike recorded onto the track. Children's toys and everyday tools heavily influence proceedings on "Hearts Part 2", as weird and wonderful sounds envelope the listener throughout the ten minutes and fifteen seconds closing track.
You can also watch the video for "Silo The Fire" on Esperi's YouTube page.
Producer Robin Sutherland recorded the album on the East Coast of Scotland featuring an array of guest musicians such as Jon Adams (Vasquez) on drums, Kevin Black (Laeto, Fat Goth) on bass, Ged Grimes (Deacon Blue) on double bass and the Korda Quartet all featuring. The end result is a record rich in both lyrical content and musicianship further enhanced by Marr's whispering gentle tones and expert guitar picking skills.
Having previously gained support from the likes of Q Magazine (Track of the Day online), The 405, Drowned In Sound and The List, In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment is a stylish debut album that is sure to impress fans old and new. It caps an eventful six months for Esperi with the release of Melancholics Anonymous EP, the debut album In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment, a UK tour and a showcase for GoNorth.
In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment out now on Fall On Records and is available to buy now via Esperi's Bandcamp page.
Digital promos for review are available upon request.
Esperi to release debut album ‘In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment’
"Juxtaposing acoustic guitar and a whole host of odd instruments and percussion, Esperi mainman Chris Lee-Marr seems to be making all the right waves." - The List
Hot on the heels of his EP, Melancholics Anonymous, Chris Marr’s Esperi continue to produce a high level quality of output with the release of debut album In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment released on July 2nd 2012 via Fall On Records.
The record continues Marr’s exploration of the heartfelt moments of his and our lives, with touching lyrics that convey a naivety and sensitivity. It’s this child like view of the world that sets Marr apart from his contemporaries and is aided by his use of everyday items as musical instruments. While acoustic instrumentation is mainly the order of the day, tracks such as “Dialled” illustrate Marr’s uniqueness with the sounds of his bike recorded onto the track. Children’s toys and everyday tools heavily influence proceedings on “Hearts Part 2”, as weird and wonderful sounds envelope the listener throughout the ten minutes and fifteen seconds closing track.
"Silo The Fire", a track from the album, is available to download free from the A Badge of Friendship Soundcloud page.
You can also watch the video for "Silo The Fire" on Esperi's YouTube page.
Producer Robin Sutherland recorded the album on the East Coast of Scotland featuring an array of guest musicians such as Jon Adams (Vasquez) on drums, Kevin Black (Laeto, Fat Goth) on bass, Ged Grimes (Deacon Blue) on double bass and the Korda Quartet all featuring. The end result is a record rich in both lyrical content and musicianship further enhanced by Marr’s whispering gentle tones and expert guitar picking skills.
Having previously gained support from the likes of Q Magazine (Track of the Day online), The 405, Drowned In Sound and The List, In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment is a stylish debut album that is sure to impress fans old and new. It caps an eventful six months for Esperi with the release of Melancholics Anonymous EP, the debut album In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment, a UK tour and a showcase for GoNorth.
In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment is released on Fall On Records on July 2nd .
Digital promos for review are available upon request.
Esperi’s ‘Melancholics Anonymous’ EP out now!
"Juxtaposing acoustic guitar and a whole host of odd instruments and percussion, Esperi mainman Chris Lee-Marr seems to be making all the right waves." - The List
Multi-instrumentalist Chris Marr makes a welcome return under the guise of Esperi with the release of the EP Melancholics Anonymous, which is out now on Fall On Records.
The record typifies Marr's ability to write heart-warming, personal and evocative tunes, enhanced by the use of an array of weird and wonderful instruments ranging from strings and bells to kalimba and chimes to toys and bikes! Embracing the subject matters of love, friendship, longing and loss, Marr constructs sensitive yet up lifting music aided by childlike percussion and skilful guitar playing.
The video for the EP track "Come Dine With Me" is available to watch on Esperi's YouTube channel now.
Tracks such as "Homer" and "Come Dine With Me" showcase Marr’s song writing ability as well as a keen ear for melody and hooks, not to mention delicate vocals and expert intricate guitar picking. "Broadlands" creates a lovely segue between the first and second half of the EP, a short track emphasising the work of an expert story teller as Marr whispers, "you're eyes never too hard to disguise, you're face never to hard to embrace."
"Come Dine With Me" is also available to download now from the A Badge of Friendship Soundcloud page.
There is an impressive list of guest musicians featuring on tracks like “Homer” including The Korda String Quartet, Jon Adam (Vasquez), Kev Black (Laeto, Fat Goth) and Ged Grimes (Deacon Blue) contribute as well as the experimental use of a number of unfamiliar "instruments" to add that sense of uniqueness fans of Esperi have become used to.
With the release of the Melancholics Anonymous EP, a tour in the offing, a showcase at the GoNorth festival followed by his debut album In A Moment, Emotion, Sentiment released July 2nd, Esperi look set to continue their sharp rise in the singer-songwriter genre as well as introducing the wider music community to their poignant, soothing sound.
Melancholics Anonymous is out now via Fall On Records.
Digital promos for review are available upon request.
ABoF News Round Up Vol. 1
So much news goes out on a daily basis from ABoF HQ, we thought we'd round it up all here in one lovely news story. Our ABoF news round-up will happen every Friday afternoon including a mixture of what's been going on with our artists, what's gone up on our blog and any ABoF related stirrings.Label Love
This week, the UK was gripped by riots up and down the country. Thousands of people have been affected, and several small businesses may have to shut up shop for good - and all because of some opportunistic looters smashing up anything in their path.
The PIAS distribution centre in Enfield was burnt down during these riots and many of Britain's indie labels lost valuable stock.
Two people that are particularly close to ABoF's heart are Dan Salter (Echoes And Dust) and Hannah Morgan (Rumour Cubes), who, early in the hours of Tuesday morning, started a Twitter campaign that quickly went viral. They're the people behind the LabelLove - a PIAS Benefit.
We interviewed them on our blog this week to find out more about the campaign.
An Endless Room: Exclusive competition on MTV!
MTV UK have posted up an exclusive competition to win two peak recording sessions at An Endless Room - the iconic music studio based in Primrose Hill, London.
The competition closes on 30th September 2011.Bands and musicians can enter the competition via the MTV UK website.
ABoF bands make some noise!
The Blood Arm only just released their second album Turn And Face Me. Over the last week the band have seen a whirlwind of brilliant reviews and great covering from magazines like Uncut, WORD, Big Cheese and Q with more to follow!
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The "Scots massive" have also been doing particularly well. IndianRedLopez released their debut album Empty Your Lungs And Breathe whilst Esperi released The EP.
Press for all our bands can be found on our artists' profile pages.
Coming up!
In the next week look out for the return of A Genuine Freakshow, releasing a brand news single Our Bodies / New Houses. Plus electro rockers The Unkindness of Ravens bring news of their double A-side offering Virus | Viper.
Keith Top Of The Pops & His Minor UK Indie Celebrity All-Star Backing Band release debut album Fuck You! I'm Keith Top Of The Pops.
We'll also be introducing new artists Mausi and Sweet Baboo to the ABoF roster.
Plus exciting news about Last.fm's last pop-up show of the summer. We'll announce the Mercury Award nominated band next week. The session will take please on the 22nd August.
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Esperi Live review from The 405
Last Tuesday saw Esperi take to the stage at The Lexington in support of Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard, and the reviews have started pouring in about his performance.
One of the writer's for The 405 managed to make their way down to the gig, and were deservedly impressed with Chris Lee-Marr's (aka Esperi) brief, but innovative set, and Jeffrey Lewis' "fly by the seat of your pants" performance. Be sure to check out the full review.
Esperi's latest release, The EP, sees Chris taking the opportunity to collate all of his releases from the past 12 months, plus one brand new track, into one collection before moving on to his next big project - his debut album.
You can listen to EP track My Tear Dissolved The View on the ABoF SoundCloud page.
Esperi - My Tear Dissolved The View by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't see the wonderfully ethereal video for the track below, watch it on YouTube.
The EP was released via Olive Grove Records on 4th August 2011. It is available for £3.95 from iTunes.
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Esperi: The EP released today!
We're happy to announce that after a some great previews in the online press and a cracking set at The Lexington on Tuesday, supporting Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard, Esperi's The EP has been released today!
The EP sees Chris taking the opportunity to collate all of his releases from the past 12 months, plus one brand new track, into one collection before moving on to his next big project - his debut album.
You can listen to EP track My Tear Dissolved The View on the ABoF SoundCloud page.
Esperi - My Tear Dissolved The View by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't see the wonderfully ethereal video for the track below, watch it on YouTube.
The EP is released via Olive Grove Records today, 4th August 2011. It is available for £3.95 from iTunes.
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GaydarNation interview Esperi!
Esperi is no doubt starting to feel the excitement ahead of his support slot for Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard at The Lexington tonight, as well as the imminent release of his latest EP - The EP - on Thursday.
Despite preparing for the show, and gearing up for his latest release, Chris Lee-Marr (aka Esperi) still found a quiet half an hour to chat to the folks over at GaydarNation. He talks about his creative process, his first gig, and the best piece of advice he's ever been given as a musician. They've also featured the video for EP track, My Tear Dissolved The View. Head over there to read the full interview, and check out the vid.
The EP will be released via Olive Grove Records on 4th August 2011. It will be available as a conventional CD or download, as well as on limited edition CD with a cover designed in felt.
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Win a signed Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard Poster!
It's only a matter of hours until Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard take to the stage at The Lexington in London, and we here at ABoF can't wait! He's also going to be joined by our very own Esperi, who'll pe playing the support slot. There are 5 tickets left on the door, and they'll be sold for £11 on a first come/first served basis, so if you haven't managed to get your hands on one yet, be sure to turn up before the doors open at 7.30pm.
To celebrate tonight's show, we're running a small competition for all of our friends and followers. The prize is a poster signed by Jeffrey Lewis himself, and all you need to do is contact us on Twitter to answer this simple question:
Jeffrey Lewis released an album covering the songs of which politically charged UK punk band?
If you think you know the answer, send it to @ABoF before Monday 8th August, and the winner will be chosen randomly.
Please DO NOT email us the answer, as it's very likely your entry will get lost in the ether.
Good luck!
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Esperi featured on Favourite Son podcast.
This Monday marks the start of a busy, busy week for Esperi. Tomorrow sees him supporting Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard at The Lexington, and his latest release - The EP - is set to hit the UK on Thursday August 4th.
featured Dialled, a track from his upcoming EP, on their podcast this weekend, so if you want to check it out - along with some other amazing tracks from artists old and new - head over there now.
You can listen to EP track My Tear Dissolved The View on the ABoF SoundCloud page.
Esperi - My Tear Dissolved The View by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't see the wonderfully ethereal video for the track below, watch it on YouTube.
The EP will be released via Olive Grove Records on 4th August 2011. It will be available as a conventional CD or download, as well as on limited edition CD with a cover designed in felt.
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Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard: Ticket Information
A sunny Monday in London - at last - and just in time for Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard before they hit London tomorrow. The guys are over from NYC to play a few dates here before they jet off to China and then back again to Brighton.
Tomorrow they are due to play The Lexington. The show sold out in a matter of weeks but despite this we've been receiving lots of pleading emails asking for tickets and whether we can reserve any for those wishing to come. Unfortunately, we can't reserve tickets for people. There will be 5 tickets (yes, that's 5!) on the door tomorrow priced at £11.
Tickets on the door are on a "first come first served" basis and we cannot reserve anyones name on a centralised list. If you would like to buy a ticket, just be sure to turn up early! Doors are at 7.30pm but because this is a sold out show and there will be high demand we suggest you get there a little earlier.
Our very own Esperi will be the only support for this show. Esperi release The EP today and will be onstage around 8.30pm.
An interview with Jeffrey Lewis is up now on the ABoF blog.
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Esperi EP reviewed by Songs Heard On Fast Trains.
Esperi is busy this friday making the final touches to his set ahead of his support slot at Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard's show at The Lexington next Tuesday. We hope he manages to find a couple of minutes to read the latest review for his upcoming EP.
Songs Heard On Fast Trains are clearly already big fans of Esperi, and they were very impressed with his latest release, as it collected some of their favourite tracks into one amazing EP. Be sure to check out the full review.
You can listen to EP track My Tear Dissolved The View on the ABoF SoundCloud page.
Esperi - My Tear Dissolved The View by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't see the wonderfully ethereal video for the track below, watch it on YouTube.
The EP will be released via Olive Grove Records on 4th August 2011. It will be available as a conventional CD or download, as well as on limited edition CD with a cover designed in felt.
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Esperi featured in GaydarNation and Fame Magazine!
We've got a double header of news today for Esperi's upcoming release, The EP. GaydarNation have featured the wonderfully ethereal video for EP track, My Tear Dissolved The View, while Fame Magazine have gone one better and featured the video and mp3 for their readers to download absolutely free. Head over there and check them out!
The EP will be released via Olive Grove Records on 4th August 2011. It will be available as a conventional CD or download, as well as on limited edition CD with a cover designed in felt.
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Esperi track featured on AAA Music
We're kick starting your Monday with some news about Esperi and his upcoming EP, The EP.
AAA Music have featured EP track, My Tear Dissolved The View on their homepage, so all of their visitors will be able to listen to, and download the track, as soon as they click on their website. Check it out below.
You can listen to EP track My Tear Dissolved The View on the ABoF SoundCloud page.
If you can't see the wonderfully ethereal video for the track below, watch it on YouTube.
The EP will be released via Olive Grove Records on 4th August 2011. It will be available as a conventional CD or download, as well as on limited edition CD with a cover designed in felt.
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Esperi featured in Extreme Listening Mode
We can't wait for the release of Esperi's The EP on August 4th, and we're happy to see that other people have started spreading the word in anticipation.
Extreme Listening Mode have announced the new EP on their site, and have featured his wonderfully ethereal video for one of the tracks, My Tear Dissolved The View. If you haven't had a chance to watch it yet, head over there now.
You can listen to EP track My Tear Dissolved The View on the ABoF SoundCloud page.
Esperi - My Tear Dissolved The View by abadgeoffriendship
The EP will be released via Olive Grove Records on 4th August 2011. It will be available as a conventional CD or download, as well as on limited edition CD with a cover designed in felt.
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Esperi “The EP” announced on Clash Music!
Esperi is getting set to release his new EP, the appropriately named The EP, on August 4th.
Clash Music have put together a great little feature to inform their readers of the impending release, which includes a chance to download one of the EP tracks, My Tear Dissolved The View, and to watch the beautifully ethereal video that accompanies the song.
The EP will be released via Olive Grove Records on 4th August 2011. It will be available as a conventional CD or download, as well as on limited edition CD with a cover designed in felt.
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Esperi - The EP!
Esperi is velvet voiced Scottish multi-instrumentalist Chris Lee-Marr, and he's back with his new release, The EP. Chris has already established himself as one of the most promising acts to come out of Scotland, having had his gorgeously surreal video for EP track, My Tear Dissolved The View featured on Q Magazine (online) and chosen as their Track Of The Day, as well as having his music played on BBC Radio 1 Scotland and BBC's "The Culture Show".
Esperi will also be supporting New York anti-folk heroes Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard at The Lexington on August 2nd.
Esperi's The EP sees Chris taking the opportunity to collate all of his releases from the past 12 months, plus one brand new track, into one collection before moving on to his next big project - his debut album.Chris’ delicate voice and honest songwriting is akin to Mike Kinsella (Owen, American Football) but with softer, lilting Scottish undertones. Opening track Dialled encapsulates everything that Esperi is about – meandering acoustic tones supported by a backbone of simple drums, strings and Chris’ gorgeous vocals. Dialled feels more like a wonderful, magical journey than a straightforward acoustic song. This is because Esperi is more than simply an acoustic artist but rather someone very special, writing stories that paint musical pictures, creating wonderful images that will touch your very heart and soul.
If you can't see the video to Esperi's ethereal My Tear Dissolved The View below, check it out on YouTube.
You can also download it free from Esperi's SoundCloud page.
My Tear Dissolved The View by Esperi
The EP will be released via Olive Grove Records on 4th August 2011. It will be available as a conventional CD or download, as well as on limited edition CD with a cover designed in felt.
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ABoF News: Last.fm, Jeffrey Lewis and releases galore!
It's been a while since we've done a big proper news update from ABoF HQ but that's only because we've been unbelievably busy, working like mad on some excellent campaigns these last 6-months. So sit back, grab a cuppa and have a wee read at what's been going down here at ABoF!As always, if you've got any questions about anything you read here or our PR services in general, please email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Last.fm
We are very proud to announce that we are working with Last.fm to create online buzz and PR around their partnership with HP, promoting “The Power of Sound”.
HP and Last.fm's partnership celebrates the Beats audio technology that comes with HP Premium PC through a series of live music events and artist interviews, curated by Last.fm.
The partnership kicks off with a number of pop-up acoustic gigs taking place around London throughout July and August, hosted by Black Cab Sessions in association with Last.fm. The first secret session took place on June 16th in Soho Square with Sheffield duo Slow Club making a surprise appearance. The rain stopped just in time for the fans and curious passers by to enjoy their soulful sounds.
For the latest updates on these secret pop-up sessions, artist interviews and anything else please keep checking the HP Facebook page for news and exclusive content.
Jeffery Lewis & The Junkyard live at The Lexington!
We have joined forces with NYC’s Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard to organise a very special show at The Lexington, London on Tuesday 2nd August 2011.
The band will be joined by a very special guest, Scotland's velvet voiced multi-instrumentalist - Esperi, who will be playing an intimate acoustic set to showcase his new self-titled EP, due for release 4th August.
This show is now sold out but if you are a member of the press and would like to cover this show for your website or publication, please email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
Out now!
Knifeworld return with their EP Dear Lord, No Deal, out on Believers Roast. The EP is the follow-up to their 2008 debut album Buried Alone: Tales of Crushing Defeat. The release of the EP has stirred the alternative music press into a frenzy – everyone from Rock A Rolla magazine to Classic Rock Prog are saying good things about Knifeworld.
The Blood Arm return to the UK with brand new album, Turn And Face Me. With rave reviews from Loud & Quiet, a track confirmed on WORD Magazine’s August covermount CD and a multitude of reviews confirmed from The Fly to Uncut magazine, you'd be silly not to go check them out now.
The Angel Pop is Marina's third solo album, and sees her collaborating with the legendary Terry Hall (The Specials, Fun Boy Three). She originally met Terry while duetting with him on the Nouvelle Vague track “Our Lips Are Sealed”, which led the pair to reunite in Paris to record another four tracks together for this release.
Roxanne de Bastion is unleashing her debut self-titled EP on the UK this summer after a flurry of gigs with saw her touring with Nik Kershaw. This self-titled EP is characterised by its laid back, minimalist guitar and intelligent lyrics shaped by Roxanne's enchanting voice, creating a whimsical landscape littered with video game references, introspection and an underlying current of innocence that allows her to deliver some incredible lyrical barbs.
Pad & Pen Records
We at ABoF like to think of ourselves as diverse and open to new cultures. So much so, that we have taken Danish super label Pad & Pen Records under our wing.
Pad & Pen Records are a two-man indie record label, distribution and management company based in Copenhagen, Denmark. They’ve released some brilliant records over there from our very own Talons and Mimas to King's Light Infantry, The Shaking Sensations and many more.
A free online sampler is available from our Soundcloud page. If you’d like more information about the label, make sure you visit their official website and contact us on .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Pad & Pen are also on Twitter and Facebook – please support them!
Pad & Pen Records Compilation Vol.1 by abadgeoffriendship
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Jeffery Lewis & The Junkyard London Show *Sold Out*!
The A Badge Of Friendship show with the excellent Jeffrey Lewis & The Junkyard is now officially sold out!
The gig, taking place on 2nd August at The Lexington, is a very special intimate show that will showcase the bands energetic and unique style. Live shows incorporate "low budget videos," Jeff’s large illustrations displayed to accompany certain songs, such as Jeff's educational multi-part "History of Communism" or flights of fancy like "The Creeping Brain."
The band will be joined by a very special guest, Scotland's velvet voiced multi-instrumentalist - Esperi, who will be playing an intimate acoustic set to showcase his new self titled EP, due for release 4th August.
There will be a very limited number of tickets on the door for those turning up on the day (first come first served) priced at £11. In addition, there will be a small press guest list which will also be decided on a first come first served basis.
For more information check out the Jeffrey Lewis website, or alternatively, the A Badge of Friendship website.
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Esperi to play Stirling’s “Cafe Crema” this Friday
Esperi's upcoming gig is picking up a lot of press north of the border.
The velvet voiced acoustic songsmith is set to play Stirling's Cafe Crema this friday, and both Jockrock and Glasgow PodcArt are shouting the news from the virtual rooftops of the world wide web.
Tickets are £6 on the door, and you can even bring your own bottle. If I was anywhere near Stirling this friday, I definitely know where I'd be.
My Tear Dissolved The View by Esperi
You can download Esperi's My Tear Dissolved The View absolutely free from Soundcloud or, alternatively, you can also download this track via Esperi's Bandcamp page.
If you can't view the wonderful video for the free MP3 release below, check it out on Esperi's YouTube page.
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Esperi’s “My Tear Dissolved The View” made Q Magazine’s (online) Track Of The Day
More amazing news for master of the acoustic, Esperi. His
moving and ethereal new single, My Tear Dissolved The View, is being featured over on Q Magazine's website as Track Of The Day.
While you're there, you HAVE to check out the video for the track - it's left a lump permanently lodged in our throats since we first watched it, and it really is a wonderful experience.
My Tear Dissolved The View by Esperi
You can download Esperi's My Tear Dissolved The View absolutely free from Soundcloud or, alternatively, you can also download this track via Esperi's Bandcamp page.
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News: What’s going down at ABoF HQ!
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So lot's has been going on here at ABoF towers. Our bands are doing extremely well at the moment and we feel like proud parents - we're very chuffed!
Here's the low down:
A Genuine FreakshowThese guys release their single "Hopscotch Machine Gun Madness" on March 14th. The guys have been speaking to everyone online from Subba-Cultcha to AAA Music and have already been receiving brilliant reviews form places like God is in the TV (4/5!) with more to come from The 405, Panic Dots and others.
Architects of GraceArchitects of Grace's debut single Reflection is out 4th April with their album Moments in Timefollowed shortly after (11th April). The video has been featured everywhere from Clash to This Is Fake DIY and there are single reviews coming up in places like Artrocker Magazine. The future is looking bright so stay tuned!
EsperiIntricate Scottish folkster Esperi a.k.a Chris Lee-Marr recently released the free track "My Tear Dissolved The View". The video is absolutely gorgeous and if you haven't already seen it then you need to check it out right away!
Ex LibrasThe boys are about to go on a long break to record their second album, the follow-up to their magnificent debut Suite(s) and brilliant acoustic EP Cut(s). But these guys won't leave quietly, oh no, they're going out in style. They just released the free single Teenage Eyes and within a month, the video has received almost 2,000 views.
Gunning For TamarNew kids on the block, Gunning For Tamar, are set to release their EP Deaf Cow Motel on Walnut Tree Records. They'll also be releasing a free track from the EP - "German Treasure Island". The video for the track will appear as an exclusive on the Rock Sound website so keep your eyes and ears peeled for that.
Penguins Kill Polar BearsThese boys are currently on tour and are bringing back loud and noisy post-rock to the fore. Feature in this month's Rock Sound plus brilliant reviews a plenty from The Skinny magazine, The 405, This Is Fake DIY and many more, you need to grab yourself a copy of their EP "Vessels & Veins" which is out now on Mountain Halo.
Pose VictoriousAlso new to the roster, Scots lads Pose Victorious are bringing big tunes and sweeping indie melodies to the table. "Cold Hands//Warm Heart" will be available to download as a free single via Angle Park Records on 28th March 2011, with an EP to follow a few months after.
The Son(s)This mysterious Scottish folk outfit have done tremendously with their self-titled debut album receiving fantastic support from The List, The Sunday Mail, BBC Radio 1 Scotland and a plethora of online support with websites like The 405, Buzzin Music and Artrocker.com singing them praise. The album is out now and you can stream it on the band's bandcamp page.
Vigo ThievesAnother Scottish band - those Scots are doing awfully well aren't they? What can't we say about these guys? Their single Love Is Dead was released last week. The video quickly received almost 9,000 within the month it was uploaded to YouTube and the single is currently sitting at number one in the Play.com single download charts!
WayterWith a sound that harks back to June of 44, Slint and Fugazi, two free single releases and support from XFM, BBC 6 Music and two Track of the Day features on the Classic Rock website, Wayter are now set to release their debut album Feeding Time on May 30th.
What Would Jesus DriveTongue-in-cheek pop punk are what WWJD are all about and they're ready to bring it to the masses with their album Black And Blue. With their last EP Fragile Mansions doing extremely well online, we're looking forward to what these guys have in store for us next.
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Esperi writes for Acoustic Magazine
Esperi's Chris Lee-Marr was given the opportunity to write a small piece for issue 50 of Acoustic Magazine last month. It's a great opportinity to get inside the head of somebody who writes such beautiful music, so check out the full piece below.
My Tear Dissolved The View by Esperi
You can download Esperi's My Tear Dissolved The View absolutely free from Soundcloud or, alternatively, you can also download this track via Esperi's Bandcamp page.
If you can't view the wonderful video for the free MP3 release below, check it out on Esperi's YouTube page.
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Esperi Video for “My Tear Dissolved The View” on The 405!
The exquisite new video for Esperi's new single My Tear Dissolved The View is available to watch on The 405 website.
You can watch the full video HERE.
You can download Esperi's My Tear Dissolved The View from Soundcloud or, alternatively, you can also download this track via Esperi's Bandcamp page.
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Esperi to be played on Real Musik radio show
We've just received the fantastic news that Esperi's new single My Tear Dissolved The View is to be played at 8pm tonight on Real Musik's radio show. Just click on the link access the show's stream. If you miss it, then worry not - they'll also be spinning the track again on Sunday at 3 pm.
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News pours in for Esperi’s free MP3 and video - “My Tear Dissolved The View”
There's no doubting that Esperi has a talent for striking an emotional chord in his listeners. Never has this been more evident than in his latest free mp3, My Tear Dissolved The View. It's an incredibly moving piece of music, and both the track and video have picked up a lot of love in the online press over the last few days.
Both Love Shack Baby and our friends over at Panic Dots have taken the time to show the song some love, featuring the video, links to the respective download sites and a mini review of the MP3.
Echoes And Dust have also featured the track, so make sure you take the time to check it out. You won't regret it.
You can download Esperi's My Tear Dissolved The View from Soundcloud or, alternatively, you can also download this track via Esperi's Bandcamp page.
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Free MP3: Esperi - “My Tear Dissolved The View”
After the winter masterpiece that was Made For Life, velvet voiced multi-instrumentalist Esperi (aka Chris Lee-Marr) has returned with a track that's set to make your soul ache. The aptly named My Tear Dissolved The View was inspired by the idea that there are some places that hold such beauty they can move you to tears. Written over ten years ago, Chris has created a moving instrumental piece that truly captures his initial inspiration.
The track bears comparison to some of Richard D James' (a.k.a Aphex Twin) lo-fi ventures, as Chris has managed to create a soundscape that truly strikes an emotional resonance with the listener. There are no real vocals, as such, just odd phrases where Chris has dropped his voice into the mix to give the tune a more harmonious body. The rest of the track is composed of keyboards, percussion and some found objects, which have been run through a guitar pedal, further showcasing Chris' talent for DIY recording techniques.
As if the track itself wasn't effective enough, Esperi has also complemented the release with a stripped down video, shot by his wife Cat Lee-Marr and with added animation provided by Graeme Hawkins and Sean Mcilroy. With shots of Chris walking his two dogs on a deserted beach in Northern Ireland amidst ethereal cartoon plants and totems, it's impossible not to be affected by the gorgeous music and scenery washing over you, speaking to a place locked deep inside.
With an album due for release in mid-2011, this track provides the perfect introduction to the world seen through Esperi's eyes.
My Tear Dissolved The View by Esperi
You can download Esperi's My Tear Dissolved The View from Soundcloud or, alternatively, you can also download this track via Esperi's Bandcamp page.
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The Son(s) and Esperi get a mention on The List
The cherry on top of this friday, and indeed the week, is that The List have given a nod to our friends The Son(s) and Esperi in their feature interviewing the lovely folks at Olive Grove Records.
Halina and Lloyd (the pair behind Olive Grove) are good people, so we suggest you head over there and check out the interview, and while you're there you can check out tracks from Esperi and The Son(s).
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Peenko shine a light on Esperi and The Son(s)
Friday seems so long ago now - the weekend is officially over and it's time to chain yourself to a desk for another 5 days being a grown up. Well, this morning you can relive your favourite day of the week (unless you're one of those freaks that REALLY loves their Wednesdays) and head over to Peenko for their Friday Freebies.
Last week they featured three of our good friends The Son(s), Esperi and Penguins Kill Polar Bears, so get your headphones out of that dusty desk drawer and download away.
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Esperi’s Chris Lee-Marr takes over The 405
Christmas was ages ago now, and we're still listening to Esperi's "Snowman". It makes us feel all warm inside (which is ironic, considering it's about playing in the snow).
The guys at The 405 have let Chris Lee-Mar from Esperi take over their Artist Picks this week, so if you haven't had a chance to listen to his cracking single, Made For Life, get over there now. You can also check out what he has to say about Sci-Fi, Movies and food while you're over there.
Made For Life is released via Olive Grove Records as a double a-Side.
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Kick off the New Year, and download Esperi’s “Dialled” over on Spinner UK
Happy New Year everybody! We hope you had a nice relaxing holiday and the snow didn't scupper any of your Christmas plans.
It's all go at ABoF HQ, and we're kicking off 2011 with some news about the velvet voiced Esperi. The folks over at Spinner UK have featured one of his 2010 singles, Dialled, as their free download track of the day.
Check it out HERE.
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Esperi on Nothing Sounds Better!
Brilliant music blog, Nothing Sounds Better, have written a lovely little blog post about Esperi's Christmas release Made For Life.
The release also features the b-side "Snowman" and is out now digitally and as a special limited physical release. You can watch the video for "Snowman" on Nothing Sounds Better right now.
For more information about Esperi, you can check out the artist page on our website or visit Olive Grove Records official website.
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Esperi makes the “Friday Five” over on Radar
Seeing as he's been spreading Christmas cheer up and down the country, it was only a matter of time before Esperi was featured on Radar's "Friday Five".
". . .a cosy, unassuming acoustic number." - Radar
Check out the full list, and have a wee listen to "Snowman", HERE.
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Esperi featured on Panic Dots & God Is In The TV Zine
Despite a brief shower last night and some flurries up and down the country, there is STILL no snow in London. No matter, as Esperi's new single Made For Life is proving to be a worthy substitute. The best part is, you can enjoy it while bundled under a quilt.
"The track is “Snowman” is and really gorgeous – the perfect way to start Christmas early and leave you feeling all festive and warm inside." - Panic Dots
You can check out the video to the fabulously wintery "Snowman" (the clue is in the name) over at Panic Dots and listen to the full single over at God Is In The TV Zine.
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ABoF: A year in videos!
This year, many bands on a smaller budget took the creative bull by the horns, struck out on their own and produced a plethora of brilliant DIY / independent videos. We're very proud of the video content our bands have produced this year, each reflecting the bands' personality and artistic flavour.We thought we'd round-up some of our roster's best videos and list them for you right here. If you can't see the embedded videos in this newsletter, there are also direct links to the band's YouTube pages.
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Ex Libras - Underachiever
Underachiever was the second single released from Ex Libras terrific debut album Suite(s). The video was shot and directed by Ex Libras' front man Amit Sharma, at an amateur boxing match featuring his younger brother.
The lights in the background flicker with the steady, fluttering beats whilst the slowed down action of the match itself matches the song's epic intensity.
If you'd like to see more videos by Ex Libras, their YouTube channel is the place to visit. You can watch all their music videos, video diaries, live performances and the fantastic documentary "To Build A Studio".
The first single from Suite(s) - Radar - is available to stream and download below but if you're having problems viewing the Soundcloud waveform you can download it directly from our Soundcloud page.
Radar by abadgeoffriendship
Esperi - Snowman
The track "Snowman" is the b-side of Esperi's (aka Chris Lee-Marr) gorgeous Christmas single Made For Life. The single was released this week (December 6th) via Olive Grove Records and the limited edition physical copies already selling out fast.
The video for "Snowman" is a lovely reflection of the song's intimate beauty and a perfect backdrop to one of winter's most wonderful pleasures - building a snowman in your very own back garden.
Esperi recently released the free MP3 "Dialled". If you can't see the Soundcloud waveform below, you can download it directly from our Soundcloud page.
Esperi - Dialled by abadgeoffriendship
Mimas - Vader in Burgos
Mimas are our favourite Danish indie oddballs! They released their second album Lifejackets this year on Big Scary Monsters and the NME.com quickly picked up on their greatness featuring them on the website.
"Vader in Burgos" is a track from the aforementioned album and it shows the band in their natural state - running around like loonies in animal costumes!
"La Moustache Formidable" and "Application" are available to download from our Soundcloud page or you can listen to them below.
Mimas - Lifejackets by abadgeoffriendship
Moulettes - Devil of Mine
Moulettes released their self-titled debut album on Balling the Jack at the tail-end of the summer. The track "Devil of Mine" was released as a video and it's like watching a eerily gorgeous fairytale unfold into before your very eyes. The album was well received with great reviews online and in print (The Independent sung them praises).
The track "Talisman" was released as a free download. If you can't see it below, you can download it from our Soundcloud page.
Talisman by abadgeoffriendship
Phantom - Voodoo Romantic
Voodoo Romantic was the free single released from Phantom's debut album Smoke & Mirrors - a debut which gained critical acclaim from the likes of TheQuietus.com and Classic Rock Prog amongst others.
The video is very minimal, and focusses on the darker element of the band and their love of artists such as Man Ray. Directed by Dan Donovan, the it's more of an art piece than a traditional music video.
If you can't see the video below, you can view it on Phantom's YouTube channel.
Voodoo Romantic can be downloaded from our Soundcloud page or you can stream and download it below.
Voodoo Romantic by abadgeoffriendship
Tango in the Attic - Sketch by Quentin Blake
Everyone's favourite, sunny indie boys, Tango in the Attic, released their last single this year - Sketch by Quentin Blake. It's the second from their debut long player, Bank Place Locomotive Society which reached the number one spot this summer in the Amazon Indie Download Chart.
If you can't see the video below, you can check it out on the band's YouTube channel.
The Unkindness of Ravens - Prototype
The Unkindness of Ravens are a brilliant amalgamation of electro meets rock meets your new future sound of 2011! Nina and Ben have been working hard releasing singles Dead Air and White Road, culminating in the release of their debut EP I Used To Be So Pretty.
The sexy duo are prolific in their DIY video making and their YouTube channel is updated constantly. Below is the video for "Prototype", a free track which was released from the EP. This is Barbarella meets 2011 with an electro clash n' bang!
"Prototype" is available to download from our Soundcloud page or you can stream and download it below.
The Unkindness of Ravens - Prototype by abadgeoffriendship
Union Sound Set - Cause And Resolve
A change of name, a debut album - Start/Stop - and two singles in the bag, yes, Union Sound Set did exceptionally well during the last half of 2010. BBC Radio 1's Fearne Cotton and the 519 Show picked-up on the band, the rock press were singing them praises and the online community rose to show their support as the band also embarked upon a short UK tour to support the album release.
The video for Cause And Resolve is simply majestic. It definitely sets a place for the band amongst the cream of the indie elite. You can also view the band's other videos on their YouTube channel.
What Would Jesus Drive - Your Awful Kids
What Would Jesus Drive are bringing back good old-fashioned pop punk back to music. Their first video for The Girls Are In Charge was a tongue-in-cheek, quirky animated piece, but it's with Your Awful Kids, where we get a sense of where the band may take us in 2011.
What Would Jesus Drive's band's YouTube channel is the best place to grab all their latest video content.
Your Awful Kids is available to download now via our Soundcloud page or you can stream and download it below.
WWJD - Your Awful Kids by abadgeoffriendship
Video for Esperi’s “Snowman” featured on Clash Music
It's really icy this morning, but still no sign of snow, which is a bit of a disappointment. While you can't make your own snowman, you can do the next best thing and head over to Clash Music to watch Esperi's gorgeous video for "Snowman", taken from his new single Made For Life.
Wrap up warm, and watch the video HERE.
Made For Life is being released via Olive Grove Records as a double a-Side. There are 50 beautifully handcrafted Limited Edition CDs available upon its release, so get your copy soon!
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Esperi featured on Aye Tunes advent calendar.
The new Esperi single Made For Life was only released yesterday, and it already has love pouring in for it. Aye Tunes liked it so much that they've included as Day 14 of their advent calendar.
"[Snowman] is, basically, three and a bit minutes of pure, sweet bliss." - Aye Tunes
Check out the full skinny, HERE.
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Watch Esperi’s “Snowman” video at The 405
We're so excited about Christmas that I wouldn't be surprised if somebody at ABoF HQ exploded in a shower of tinsel this afternoon. Obviously, listening to Esperi's new single Made For Life has helped get us in the mood for what might well turn out to be a white Christmas.
If you want to pour yourself a mug of Christmas spirit, get yourself over to The 405 and watch the gorgeous new video for Snowman.
Made For Life is being released via Olive Grove Records as a double a-Side. There are 50 beautifully handcrafted Limited Edition CDs available upon its release, so get your copy soon!
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Released today: “Leader of the Starry Skies” & Esperi’s “Made for Life”!
Our last few releases are out today and they couldn't be more different...Leader of the Starry Skies is a tribute to Cardiacs lead singer, Tim Smith who has been tragically stuck in hospital following a heart attack a few years ago. The album features Cardiacs covers by bands such as Oceansize, Porcupine Tree and Knifeworld.
On the opposite end of the scale, we have Esperi spreading some gorgeous Christmas cheer via his festive single release Made For Life.
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Leader of the Starry Skies - A tribute to Tim Smith
Leader Of The Starry Skies is a tribute to Tim Smith, lead singer of Cardiacs, who has been tragically stuck in hospital for two years after suffering a heart attack. The 17 tracks on the album aren’t so much covers as they are tributes to one man's beautiful music; music that inspired a generation of underground musicians to pick up an instrument to create something that they wanted to hear rather than settle for what was being played to them on the radio.
Organised by ex-Cardiacs Bic Hayes and Mark Cawthra, Cardiacs' guitarist Kavus Torabi and Spratley's Japs singer Jo Spratley, Leader Of The Starry Skies features contributions from Oceansize, Steven Wilson (of Porcupine Tree) Andy Partridge (of XTC), Max Tundra, Knifeworld, North Sea Radio Orchestra and many more.
All profits from the sale of this album will go directly to Tim Smith.
The Cardiacs' track "Stench of Honey", covered by Knifeworld, from the album is available to stream and download for free HERE.
Esperi - Made For Life
Esperi is velvet voiced Scottish multi-instrumentalist Chris Lee-Marr, and he's back with new single, double a-side Made For Life, just in time for Christmas. Chris has already established himself as one of the most promising acts to come out of Scotland, having been featured on BBC Radio 1 Scotland and BBC's The Culture Show, supporting the likes of Johnny Flynn and Ólöf Arnalds, and being a seasoned regular on the UK festival circuit.
Title track Made For Life showcases Chris' talent for creating layered acoustic melodies, conjuring up images of cold winter afternoons spent curled up beside a fire with a loved one, December sunshine streaming through the window. "Snowman" sees Chris returning to memories of a childhood spent playing in the snow. The innocence conveyed in his voice, beautifully complimented by a backing vocal provided by his wife, Cat Lee-Marr, creates such a swelling rush of emotion that you can almost taste the snowflakes of years gone by as they land on your lips.
You can stream the single HERE.
Made For Life is being released via Olive Grove Records as a double a-Side. There will be 50 beautifully handcrafted Limited Edition CDs made available upon its release, available from today.
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Esperi’s new single, “Made For Life” reviewed by Music News.com
Listening to Esperi's new single Made For Life really makes us hungry for Christmas, so we're glad to see that the folks at Music News.com like it almost as much as we do.
This is absolutely the best thing I have heard this winter- Music News.com
Check out the full review HERE.
You can also check out some lovely words from I Heart. . ., who were instrumental in making the limited edition snowman covers for the single's physical release.
If you still haven't managed to hear the single, then get yourself over to God Is In The TV Zine, where the tunes are being streamed.
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Esperi talks to the Afternoon Show on Amazing Radio
Chris from Esperi took some time to have a wee blether with Amazing Radio earlier this week, spilling the beans about life on the east coast of Scotland.
Check it out HERE
We can't get enough of his new single, Made For Life, and you can get your hands on it this Monday 13th December. Watch this space!
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An Esperi Christmas treat: Made For Life
Esperi is velvet voiced Scottish multi-instrumentalist Chris Lee-Marr, and he's back with new single, double a-side Made For Life, just in time for Christmas. Chris has already established himself as one of the most promising acts to come out of Scotland, having been featured on BBC Radio 1 Scotland and BBC's The Culture Show, supporting the likes of Johnny Flynn and Ólöf Arnalds, and being a seasoned regular on the UK festival circuit.
Title track "Made For Life" showcases Chris' talent for creating layered acoustic melodies, conjuring up images of cold winter afternoons spent curled up beside a fire with a loved one, December sunshine streaming through the window. Chris drew some inspiration from a winter spent with his partner during the renovation of their first home: left with bare floorboards and minimal heating, it's no surprise that the theme of survival through dependency runs through the song.With elements of early Leonard Cohen, "Made For Life" is a song that makes you feel thankful to be alive and in love while the mystery of winter unfolds outside."Snowman" sees Chris returning to memories of a childhood spent playing in the snow. The innocence conveyed in his voice, beautifully complimented by a backing vocal provided by his wife, Cat Lee-Marr, creates such a swelling rush of emotion that you can almost taste the snowflakes of years gone by as they land on your lips.
This single has been perfectly timed, and will appeal to anyone who's ever spent Christmas bundled under a blanket with a loved one.
You can stream the full single via our Soundcloud page.
Made For Life is being released via Olive Grove Records as a double A-Side. There will be 50 beautifully handcrafted Limited Edition CDs made available upon its release on the 13th December.
Esperi released the free MP3 Dialled in November, it's still available to download free HERE.
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Esperi gets a mention in Drowned in Sound’s Scotland listings for Nov/Dec
Always one to keep their finger on the pulse, Drowned in Sound have given Esperi a wee bit of a mention in their "Drowned in Scotland" feature.
There's not a lot we wouldn't do to hear a live set from Esperi so if you happen to be in Glasgow on the 22nd December, you'd do well to get yourself on the list for Olive Grove Records Christmas Party at the 13th Note.
Check out the full skinny on Caledonia's Nov/Dec offerings HERE.
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Download the Esperi track, Dialled, at Geeks.co.uk
It's no secret that ABoF have been working very closely with Geeks.co.uk in the run up to the fantabulous Geek Of The Year awards, but we're still over the moon that they've decided to give away an Esperi track, "Dialled", on their website.
"A genuine song with a simple arrangement, that cloak of childhood morphs into a decaying safety blanket we all wish had waited around that moment longer." - Geeks.co.uk
Check out more nice words, and the MP3 download HERE.
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Free Esperi download with The 405
It has come to our attention that our friends at The 405 are giving away a free Esperi track - Dialled.
So, you know what to do - click HERE, and get downloading!
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Free Esperi Download/Feature in The Music Slut!
Wonderful acoustic artist Esperi releases the free download track "Dialled" today!
You can download the track from our Soundcloud page.
Singer Chris' delicate tones and honest songwriting creates wonderful images that touches the listener's heart and soul. No wonder then, the likes of The Music Slut have joined the Esperi bandwagon by putting the track in their "Music Monday" section!
You can check out The Music Slut feature HERE.
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Introducing… Esperi!
Esperi has recently joined us here at ABoF and as a taster of bigger things to come in 2011, he releases free MP3 Dialled in November. You can download it from the links below or email us for more information - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
"Juxtaposing acoustic guitar and a whole host of odd instruments and percussion, Esperi mainman Chris Lee-Marr seems to be making all the right waves." – The List
Esperi is Scottish multi-instrumentalist Chris Lee-Marr. His songs and indeed sounds are both thought provoking and incredibly uplifting. Having already supported the likes of KT Tunstall, Gomez, Johnny Flynn, Olaf Arnolds and James Yorkston and being a regular at festivals like Wickerman, and T in the Park, Esperi is ready to take his wonderful music to a larger audience.
His music ranges from acoustic storytelling to colourful electronica looping and combining different sounds with his acoustic guitar. He uses a host of instruments from the conventional to the unusual including his signature rainbow-coloured bells, which he plays with his feet! He writes about his home, his dogs and his family. There are no airs or graces, he just writes about things as they are.
Chris' delicate voice and honest songwriting is akin to Mike Kinsella (Owen, American Football) but with softer, lilting Scottish undertones. However, Esperi is more than simply an acoustic artist but rather someone very special, writing stories that paint musical pictures, creating wonderful images that will touch your very heart and soul.
You can download "Dialled" HERE or HERE.
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