Artist description The Lord of the Rings. What a magnificent story. Probably the single most influential fantasy story of all time. Tolkien knew how to infuse the magic of imagination, to create a rich and emotive tale which would last for years because of its simple depth and beauty. As musicians, we wanted to be able to express some of that wonder, and be able to re-create the world of Tolkien in sound and melodies. But in order to do so we knew it had to sound "big". For our own enjoyment it had to be mystical, magical, alive, grand and most of all frightening. We sincerely hope it holds these qualities for those who listen, either while you are reading the great books themselves, or simply to escape to another world while relaxing in a darkened, candlelit room. The music took 6 years to compose in spare time between the normal activites at MetroGnome Studios, and has been through many changes, taking into account the ideas and suggestions of people all over the world who listened to the early downloads available on the Internet. We would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to everyone who encouraged and believed in us. Sincerely, James and Kevin

Music Style Orchestral Film-score Style symphony inspired by JRR Tolkiens classic trilogy The Lord of the Rings

Musical Influences The One Ring CD inspired by Tolkiens Lord of the Rings has various influences including: John Barry, The Damned, Banco de Gaia, Genesis, The Levellers, Pink Floyd, Enya, The Hobbit, Tolkien music, Tolkein, Enigma, Vangelis, Mike Oldfield, Tangerine Dream, The The, Sting, Tears for Fears, Steve Hillage, Moby, Leftfield

Similar Artists The One Ring CD inspired by Tolkiens Lord of the Rings sounds a bit like John Barry, Enigma, Enya, The Hobbit, Tolkien music, Tolkein, and other Lord of the Rings music!

Artist History We formed MetroGnome Studios in 1994, and decided that as well as running the studio we would like to work on something which we both enjoyed. We are inspired by Tolkien's The Silmarillion, The Hobbit, and The Lord of the Rings, and have also enjoyed the various radio plays, and musical offerings by other artists, and so we decided that we would work on the classic trilogy.

Group Members James Prior (keyboards, programming, arrangements) and Kevin Pearce (guitars, arrangements, studio)

Instruments Roland JV1080s, Cubase VST, African Drums, 1 x Orchestra, Sony Playstation, DB50XGs, See our web site (www.metrognomestudios.com) for a full list of equipment used in the making of One Ring

Albums The One Ring CD

Press Reviews Read a review by Tolkien Online at http://www3.tolkienonline.com/docs/454.html

Location Newbury, Berkshire - United Kingdom

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