Artist description Old souls of the underworld surface to spread rumours of gloom and beauty.

Music Style Morose Myrtle Musings.

Musical Influences John Lennon, Rob Dickinson, Polly Harvey, Carole King, Marc Bolan, Paul McCartney, Adam Franklin, Robert Smith, Mark Hollis, Stuart Adamson, Tim Friese-Green, Justin Hayward, Terry Kath, The Edge, David Gilmour, Neil Halstead, Johnny Marr, John Paul Jones, George Martin, Butch Vig, Steve Lillywhite, Flood, Claudia Groom.

Similar Artists Beatles, Catherine Wheel, Swervedriver, Verve, My Bloody Valentine, PJ Harvey, Supergrass, Juned, Slowdive, Dandy Warhols, Smiths, Cure, Joy Division, T. Rex, Doors, Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, etc.

Artist History Past contributors: Gary Hunt (drums), Erin Claussen (backing voices), Peter Sawtell (guitar), Brian Willett (bass), Mark Watson (bass). Present contributors: Simon Hinkler, original member of The Mission (guitars), Matt Frickelton (tape loops). Future contributors: Graig Markel (cello), Edgar Aldrett (bass), Roger Davis (guitar), John Randolph (guitar), Erin Claussen (backing voices).

Group Members Randal Prater (voices, guitars, bass, moog, e-bow, tape loops), Tim Stach (bass, keys, guitars), Mike Troupe (drums, percussion).

Albums Ode to the Urchin CD, Kindergarten CD, Corduroy EP, Peculiar EP, Bead EP.

Press Reviews Seattle Post-Intelligencer raves: "...Prater has crafted an intricate terrace of sound. Within are sunny spots for fanning out one's toes, fountains to weep by and the ever-present gloom for quiet reflection. Themes of love and loss curl their tendrils around each song, bring unity to the album, and a lyrical cynicism pervades. Lie back, close your eyes, and let your mind drift through this garden ..."

Location Seattle, WA - USA

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