http://www.ericstewart.com/blackfield/index.php/site/index/ en admin@furryfrog.co.uk Copyright 2011 2011-07-19T13:35:03+00:00 http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/grace_for_drowning_website_now_online/ http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/grace_for_drowning_website_now_online/#When:13:35:03Z The full Steven Wilson Grace for Drowning website is now online complete with audio samples. Scheduled for an Autumn release, Grace For Drowning’ is the second album released under Wilson’s own name, and builds on the artistic inroads he forged with 2009’s exceptionally well-received ‘Insurgentes.’ A double album (‘two 40-45 minute albums in the same package’) Wilson has described it as “my biggest project to date”. He continues, “’Insurgentes’ was an important step for me into something new. This record takes that as a starting point, but it’s more experimental and more eclectic. For me the golden period for music was the late sixties and early seventies, when the album became the primary means of artistic expression, when musicians liberated themselves from the 3 minute pop song format, and started to draw on jazz and classical music especially, combining it with the spirit of psychedelia to create “journeys in sound” I guess you could call them. So without being retro, my album is a kind of homage to that spirit. There’s everything from [Ennio] Morricone-esque film themes to choral music to piano ballads to a 23 minute progressive jazz–inspired piece. I’ve actually used a few jazz musicians this time, which is something I picked up from my work remixing the King Crimson records.” The full tracklist is as follows; CD1: 1. Grace For Drowning (2.00) 2. Sectarian (8.00) 3. Deform to Form a Star (8.00) 4. No Part of Me (5.45) 5. Postcard (4.30) 6. Raider Prelude (2.30) 7. Remainder the Black Dog (9.15) CD2: 1. Belle de Jour (3.00) 2. Index (4.45) 3. Track One (4.15) 4. Raider II (23.15) 5. Like Dust I Have Cleared From My Eye (8.00) For further details, audio samples and tour dates visit GRACE FOR DROWNING 2011-07-19T13:35:03+00:00 http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/blackfield_burning_shed_store/ http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/blackfield_burning_shed_store/#When:22:49:38Z The merchandise from Blackfield’s DNA tour is now available to purchase from BURNING SHED A variety of t-shirts including the Limited Edition blue ‘Waving’ shirt and a tour hoodie have been added to the band’s store. Stock is limited so once it’s gone, it’s gone!!! 2011-07-02T22:49:38+00:00 http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/photos_from_ejekt_festival_athens/ http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/photos_from_ejekt_festival_athens/#When:17:14:06Z Were you there?! Here are some images taken by Thodoris Markou at Ejekt Festival which took place this week. For more images check out the BLACKFIELD FACEBOOK page! 2011-06-24T17:14:06+00:00 http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/omela_confirmed_as_blackfield_support_band_in_moscow/ http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/omela_confirmed_as_blackfield_support_band_in_moscow/#When:08:20:01Z OMELA – one of the most impressive groups… that concerns record culture, technique of playing and the level of musical thinking…  (IN ROCK, 2009) Blackfield have confirmed this atmospheric progressive rock band as support for the show in Moscow on 30th June at Club Tochka. BUY TICKETS HERE The musical style of OMELA blends a classical sound with doom riffs and progressive folk themes. Their musical arrangements feature versatile guitars and trumpet, sax and harp. This is charming, hypnotic music with hanging melodies, strong and unforgettable vocals. The music and poetry is written by Sergey Abramov - leader of the group and you will see they are influenced by such groups as Pink Floyd, Anathema, Empyrium, etc. OMELA’S WEBSITE OMELA’S MYSPACE 2011-06-21T08:20:01+00:00 http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/blackfield_tour_resumes/ http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/blackfield_tour_resumes/#When:07:42:03Z We’re back in the US and starting the final week of shows in Seattle followed by Portland, SF and LA. Unfortunately, for family reasons, the Mexico City show has been cancelled. We do apologise to our fans in Mexico but this action is unavoidable. Blackfield will make it back soon. 2011-06-01T07:42:03+00:00 http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/blackfield_at_ejekt_festival_greece/ http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/blackfield_at_ejekt_festival_greece/#When:07:56:24Z Blackfield can now announce that they will be playing a 1-day festival in Greece on 22nd June. EJEKT FESTIVAL continues its success for the seventh consecutive year. Other artistes who are confirmed to play are Amy Winehouse, Moby and The Vaccines. The festival takes place in Athens and tickets are now available to purchase HERE Blackfield very much look forward to greeting their Greek fans! 2011-05-27T07:56:24+00:00 http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/blackfield_show_cancellations/ http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/blackfield_show_cancellations/#When:09:45:20Z Due to personal circumstances please note that several Blackfield shows have been cancelled, starting with the show in Toronto and including Cleveland, Detroit, Chicago and Vancouver. Our apologies to all those who bought tickets or made travel arrangements to come to these concerts. As soon as Blackfield know when the tour can resume more information will be posted on all social media. There is a personal note from Steven on his facebook page which explains the reason for the cancellations: MESSAGE FROM STEVEN 2011-05-24T09:45:20+00:00 http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/montreal_show_is_sold_out/ http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/montreal_show_is_sold_out/#When:19:43:09Z This evening’s show at Le National in Montreal is officially SOLD OUT! Hope you’ve bought your tickets in advance! 2011-05-23T19:43:09+00:00 http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/jordan_rudess_confirmed_as_special_guest/ http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/jordan_rudess_confirmed_as_special_guest/#When:20:37:08Z Blackfield is very happy to announce that our friend Jordan Rudess will be special guest at our shows in Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Mexico City. Jordan will perform a solo set. To purchase your tickets for these shows in advance visit the Blackfield LIVE PAGE 2011-05-18T20:37:08+00:00 http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/blackfield_podcast_and_contest_on_add/ http://www.blackfield.org/site/view/blackfield_podcast_and_contest_on_add/#When:11:25:36Z How do an Israeli pop star and a moody progressive musician become friends and cultivate a harmonious musical relationship? Check out the latest podcast on ADD to find out! Plus, there are two days left to enter the A.D.D. contest in conjunction with Kscope to win copies of the new album. Follow this link  for more details!   2011-05-18T11:25:36+00:00