Chrome Hoof

Emmett Elvin is a London based multi-instrumentalist who is best known as a keyboardist who has played in Knifeworld, Guapo & Chrome Hoof. In 2013 he released his first solo album, Emmettronica '98-'05, it was a collection of home recorded tracks that didn't find a home in the various bands he was in. Most of the instruments were played by Emmett. In 2014 he release his second album 'Bloody Marvels', this was much more a band effort with a strong list of guest musicians from the strong local scene including Chloe Herington, Richard Larcombe, Matt Stevens, David J. Smith. An atmospheric haunting album strong on mood melody. A Further album of atmospheric moody songs and instrumental were released in 2016, 'Assault On The Tyranny Of Reason', with a similarly strong list of guest musicians.

A great surprise to discover the work of this Mexican musician, who somehow managed to invite for this album some of the best musicians of the genre, from representative and even legendary bands. The music is difficult to categorize in a few words, as it is full of changes not only in time but also in style, genre or mood. We can find Zeuhl, Math, RIO, Jazz, Symphonic or Rock riffs. Influences from names like Zappa, Present, Magma, etc. To stop to analyze each track would be a crazy task, because the ideas come and go in a frenetic way, leaving barely space to breathe to the listener. One of those albums that we are thankful for because they never stop trying to surprise us at every second. And for glorious moments it really succeeds.