The Elephant Sign to Karma Conspiracy Records; New Song Streaming
Preorders are up now through Bandcamp for the debut album from Italian heavy rock newcomers The Elephant. It’s been given an Oct. 25 release, which since you can buy it now is I guess fair enough, and the band make a compelling argument for themselves with the efficient two-minute asskicker “River,” which is led by a noise-rock-style bassline and vocals that seem to pull from the QOTSA oeuvre in a way that doesn’t let the hook sound too redundant. I’ve never heard the three-piece before — they formed last year — and in addition to liking writing about new bands, I like writing about new bands with debut albums, so here we are. New band with new album and new music streaming? All the better.
Obviously I haven’t heard the full album yet, but just going by the quick sample of “River,” it’s interesting to read below Karma Conspiracy — who’ll helm the release — talking about how it doesn’t feel like a debut. I think that comes through in the short track in the level of swagger behind what The Elephant are doing. Just something to listen for, but a definite appeal that piques interest heading into the record.
From the PR wire:
Stoner Rock ‘n Rollers THE ELEPHANT sign with Karma Conspiracy Records & Reveal Full Album Details!
Many bands ( and label promo sheets ) may tell us they are different, unique, and are evolving their sound to a new level you have never heard before. This Italian trio in contrast, The Elephant, truly is. The blues and stoner rock ‘n rollers, formed just last year, have even signed a worldwide record deal with Karma Conspiracy, who will release the band’s first full length on October 25th.
“When we listened to the master of this debut by The Elephant, it didn’t really seem to have a band to debut. This year is a fundamental turning point for our label and this album will be another confirmation.“ Says label owner Phil.
Feeding on a sound that is characterized by the combination of two (!) distorted basses, stubborn and obsessive rhythms with their roots in the blues, alternated with alienating and psychedelic atmospheres; it’s especially also this unique voice of singer and bassist Giovanni Murolo, who gives the trio its very special vibes, soul and grooves. The Elephant’s self-titled album is the result of a year’s work, with themes heavily inspired by the poetry of William Blake, Dylan Thomas and Henry Michaux. Today we get to hear a first track of The Elephant’s upcoming debut, titled River.
“This is the song that started The Elephant project, and made us meet again after years. More than a song, it represents for us our musical bond and friendship.”
The album tracklisting will read as follows:
1. Mud Song
2. River
3. Quicksand Morning
4. Black White Alice
5. Monkey Demon
6. Catfish
7. Summer Blood
8. The Stoker
9. Walk With The Sun
Set for release on October 25th with Karma Conspiracy Records, you can already pre-oder your album copy HERE!
Watch out for many more news and tunes to follow in the days ahead, as one is sure: The Elephant came to stay and revive your blues spirit!
The Elephant is:
Giovanni Murolo – Bass & Vocals
Marco Catacchio – Bass & Vocals
Marco Sanchioni – Drums & Percussion
www.theelephantband.bandcamp.com
www.facebook.com/karmaconspiracyrecords
www.karmaconspiracy.it
