Gravenhurst

Gravenhurst is "a network of subterranean passages that allow me to move discreetly across the city at night."

Nick Talbot, aka Gravenhurst, moved to Bristol from the Home Counties in the late 1990s, drawn by work from the likes of Third Eye Foundation and Flying Saucer Attack, "just completely new sounding music which blew my mind."

He became a member of Assembly Communications, a My Bloody Valentine-esque troupe whose swift A&R showcase-abetted rise felt uncomfortably beyond the control of the band members themselves.

Nick then embarked on the DIY path and founded Silent Age Records, releasing his debut album, 'Internal Travels'. as well as the early works of such West Country luminaries as Mole Harness and War Against Sleep (now signed to Fire Records). He also found time to partner Guy Bartell in establishing and maintaining the horror-tronica outfit, Bronnt Industries Kapital.

On his voice and guitar playing: "I didn’t want to sing, but when I did I found out I had a very weak voice, so had no choice but to sing quietly. I figured if I couldn't scream like Bob Mould or croon like Scott Walker I'd have to coo like Bellinda Butcher. With guitar playing my influences are Bert Jansch - King of Fingerpicking, Kevin Shields - King of Noise, and Bob Mould - King of Rock."

In 2004 Gravenhurst signed to Warp. Live Nick and Dave are joined by new recruit Huw Cooksley on bass guitar and electrical devices.

(Biography by Warp Records)