11/22/2023 0 Comments Rise from erebus music list![]() ![]() “Before, there was this horrible cloud of drama following us. “This was the best thing that could have happened to us,” he says. All it took was another dramatic sea-change to prove it. Accordingly, Greaves believes this incarnation of Crippled Black Phoenix is the strongest to date. However, the core of Crippled Black Phoenix - Greaves, Kordic, Taylor and Stanley - thrives on the unconventional, remaining steadfastly singular and undefinable. Their unique setup and stubborn refusal to bow to musical norms may confuse the casual music consumer. It’s like we’re giving kids candy with razor blades in them.”Ĭrippled Black Phoenix are no strangers to adversity, making the events surrounding the creation of Ellengæst yet another roadblock for a band whose very existence has been threatened on more than a few occasions. We’ve had to stay strong because of all the BS we’ve encountered, yet we’re still going and subversive. “It comes from the same place, but with different connotations,” says Greaves. Before he knew it, several prominent guest vocalists were secured, ready and able to lend their considerable talents to Ellengæst which, in Olde English translates to “mischievous demon,” but in Scandinavian as “strong spirit,” represents Crippled Black Phoenix’s duality. Whereas events of a similar thread would spell doom for most bands, Greaves took it as an opportunity to tap into his deep network of musician friends. On the day tracking started for Ellengæst, Crippled Black Phoenix - completed by vocalist Belinda Kordic, guitarist Andy Taylor and multi-instrumentalist Helen Stanley -suddenly, unexpectedly found themselves without a male lead vocalist and keyboardist. Circumstances largely prevented it anyway. Ellengæst, though, does not make any attempts in pairing with or succeeding Great Escape. Ellengæst has the difficult task of following 2018’s profound and moving Great Escape. It is the direct result of their ceaseless creativity - when Greaves has songs, Crippled Black Phoenix records them. Their new effort, Ellengæst, follows a recent pattern of the band in releasing a mini-album in between studio LPs. Such are the words from Crippled Black Phoenix founder, songwriter and guitarist Justin Greaves, who has guided this progressive, thought-provoking, shape-shifting musical collective since their 2004 formation. “One thing we’ll never do is stick to the rules and stay within the box.” There’s an atmosphere about it which draws you in.”ĬRIPPLED BLACK PHOENIX are furthermore revealing the artwork and track-list of ‘Ellengæst’. The artwork by Thana really expresses the theme of the album, it visualises the spiritual aspect of Ellengæst perfectly. How we miss loved ones and also lament the human race. The songs are a collection of thoughts and feelings which all relate to how we exist in the world but also it’s about crossing into the other dimensions, how we all have spirits and demons, how we can be strong and also weak. Mastermind Justin Greaves comments: “This album was recorded at the end of last year so we’re super excited to finally let it go free into the world, it feels like it’s a new age for CBP, we’re embracing the change. New music and the pre-order kick off will be shared on July 28. CRIPPLED BLACK PHOENIX are now unveiling the title and the release date of their forthcoming new album! The new offering will carry the name ‘Ellengæst’, and is set for world wide release on October 9, 2020. ![]()
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