Gnoss
Gnoss | |
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| Background information | |
| Genres | Scottish folk music |
| Years active | 2015–present |
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| Website | gnossmusic |
Gnoss is a neotraditional Scottish folk band.
History
[edit]The band was formed in 2015 by Moodie and Rorie, both from Orkney.[1] Sinclair and Baxter joined soon after.[2] The band has a tradition of naming tracks after relatives to celebrate significant birthdays.[2]
Musical style
[edit]Robert McMillen, profiling the band for The Irish News after the release of their third album, wrote that "their signature sound is a rich tapestry of acoustic layers and textures, mixing outstanding musicianship with captivating original songs".[2]
Billy Rough, reviewing their second album for Folk Radio UK, wrote, "Characterised by a tight, cool mood, superbly balanced instrumental harmonies and some rather fetching melodies, the boys have captured a sound dipped in honey."[3]
Band members
[edit]Discography
[edit]Albums
Singles & EP's
- Waves (2016)
- The Silver Fox (2017)
- Brother Wind EP (2018)
- Cold Clay (2021)
- The River (2021)
- Dirt & Bone (2022)
- Christine's (2023)
- Keefa Hill (2023)
- Spearhead with Valtos (2023)
- Hjop (2025)
- Emily (2025)
- Bennybeg (2025)
- Wild Deer (2025)
References
[edit]- 1 2 Rough, Billy (5 May 2023). "Gnoss – Stretching Skyward (Album Review)". Folk Radio UK. Retrieved 26 January 2024.
- 1 2 3 McMillen, Robert (24 May 2023). "The Scottish band creating music through stories, sagas – and birthdays". The Irish News. Retrieved 26 January 2024.
- 1 2 Rough, Billy (5 May 2021). "Gnoss: The Light of the Moon". Folk Radio UK. Retrieved 26 January 2024.
- 1 2 3 4 "Biography". Gnoss. 7 March 2019. Retrieved 26 January 2024.
- ↑ Johnson, Steve (21 August 2023). "Album reviews with Steve Johnson: August 21, 2023". Morning Star. Retrieved 26 January 2024.