Eldergrey: Well of Souls
Eldergrey, the newly formed heavy doom-laden sludge band, has just released their debut EP, ‘Well of Souls’ .
Eldergrey - (Ian Field-Richards - Rhythm and Lead Guitar, Vocals and Clive Withers - Bass and Vocals) -emerged shortly after the recording of “Burden” by Outrun The Day in summer 2023, marking the collaborative venture between Ian Field-Richards and Clive Withers. The creative synergy sparked during the recording of “Burden” inspired the pair to embark on a new musical project that diverged from their previous work with Outrun The Day.
While initially conceived as part of the next Outrun The Day album, it quickly became evident that the new material was slower, darker, and heavier, necessitating a distinct musical identity.
Drawing inspiration from bands like Conan and Crowbar, Eldergrey’s sound is characterised by slow, heavy, doom-laden sludge interspersed with dynamic prog-influenced breaks and sweeping solos. Thematically, the lyrics delve into the nihilistic malaise stemming from contemporary global issues, the complexities of interpersonal relationships in the digital age, and the geopolitical instability mirroring humanity’s stagnation since the hunter-gatherer era.
The five-track demo was completed in Autumn 2023, leading to the formation of the live band, featuring Field-Richards on guitar, Withers on bass, and Mike McKay on drums. The shared responsibilities of lyrics and vocals between Field-Richards and Withers brought a unique dynamic to the band. Clive Withers contributed lyrics and vocals on "Well of Souls" and wrote the lyrics for "Black River," while Ian Field-Richards added lyrics and vocals for "Empire" and "Superlithic."
Unfortunately, McKay departed in January 2024 due to family commitments.
The final arrangements and recording of the EP were completed in April 2024.
Eldergrey’s debut EP, ‘Well of Souls,' showcases their distinctive sound and poignant lyrics, setting the stage for their upcoming full-length album, slated for completion in Autumn 2024.
Have a listen and connect with Eldergrey:
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