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by Dave Simpson
“Clouds”; the new single and video from Dublin based band Kingdom
of Crows. For the uninitiated among you, the four piece ensemble
featuring Lucy Earley on vocals, Stephen Kelly on guitars and keys,
Robert Stanley on bass and Ken McGrath on drums – are an alternative
rock act who differentiate themselves from the crowd through their
music’s transcendent ambience.
The new track, which is taken from upcoming album The Truth Is
The Trip, sails off gently with a mellow, relaxing riff and drum beat.
The instruments continue to glide along with a slick and smooth
rhythm in conjunction with a haunting melody for the first two minutes
or so. The tempo and the pace then begin to pick up as striking guitars
and ethereal vocals set in, before eventually slowing back down again.
As it drifts towards its conclusion, the vocals and instrumentation
retain a hypnotic air, culminating in a reverberating chant that fades
out and lingers.
“Clouds” is a very natural progression of the band’s previously
released material and a suitable companion piece to previous single,
“Dreamless Sleep.” Be sure to check out the video below and while
you’re at it, why not head over to the Kingdom of Crows Youtube
channel to sample what else they have on offer. You can also keep up
to date with news surrounding the release of The Truth Is The Trap
and upcoming live performances by liking and following the band on
Facebook and Twitter.