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Spiro: “Dazzling”, “magnificent”, “intense and minimal”, “soulful”, “passionate”, “breathtakingly moving” – this unique Bristol-based acoustic four-piece are celebrated for the beauty of their interlocking, intricate musical patterns. Like whirlpools, they suck you in to a compelling, complex minimalism and you're swept away in an irresistible river of sound. And just when you think it can't get any better, with each release Spiro up their game.
They might bear the tools of the folk musician (accordion, mandolin, acoustic guitar and violin) and be partial to the odd traditional tune but Spiro have closer affinities to the worlds of contemporary classical and dance music.
• The acoustic instrumental four piece create multilayered soundscapes, intricate yet full of momentum, echoing the work of Steve Reich, Michael Nyman and the Penguin Café Orchestra. Kindred spirits aside, however, this is the music of Spiro – essentially English, beautifully brilliant.
• Their albums consistently receive rave reviews, described as “dazzling”, “magnificent”, “intense and minimal”, “soulful”, “passionate”, “breathtakingly moving”. • Spiro’s approach to composition and performance unlocks an extraordinary emotional response, both on record and in live performance.
• Beautifully packaged album with silver foil block front cover