Music Style Gothic/Darkwave

Musical Influences Dead Can Dance/Cranes/Miranda Sex Garden/Collection D'Arnell Andrea

Similar Artists Dead Can Dance/Cranes/Miranda Sex Garden/Collection D'Arnell Andrea

Artist History Caelum Bliss was formed in 1993 by instrumentalist Tony Hamera, vocalist Melissa Emily, & drummer Bill King. After recording a series of demos they released their first self-titled CD in 1995. With the sound evolving to a more alternative electro-pop sound, Caelum Bliss changed their name (and some band members) to Deathgirl.com in 1999. In 2001 the remaining members split to focus on other musical endeavors.

Group Members Tony Hamera-guitars/keys Melissa Emily-vocals Bill King-drums Mark Nowakowski-bass (1993) Marvin Shaouni-bass ('94-'99) Dave Johnson-guitars ('93-'95) Kurt Will-guitars ('95-'99) Mike Madill-cello Mary Madill-violin Kristin Toth-violin Carolyn Nine-harp

Albums Caelum Bliss,1995 Mournful Day, 2003

Press Reviews This is a beautiful CD, beginning with the package and ending with the actual music. Although this CD was recorded in December, 1995, I think this is their last offering, but I am hoping they are working on something new.  Caelum Bliss seem like a descendant of what 4AD was doing 10 years ago. It is that kind of familiarity in their music that is so comforting and inviting. But they are far more than a copy of all those bands of yesteryear. The CD is well-produced, but not overly so which is often the case with bands of this nature. Their music is both powerful and gripping and stirs up several strong emotions. There are several different elements that blend together to create their lush sound. There is the standard drums, bass, guitar and keyboards, but their is also violin and a harp to round out the ensemble. No one single element is overshadowed by another and in the middle of it all to hold it all together is Melissa Emily's sweet and melodic voice. (Victor Mejia)

Additional Info The 'Mournful Day' CD is a compilation of early demos, unreleased songs, and select tracks from the 1995 debut disc.

Location Detroit, mi - USA

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