Every few years, one sees the emergence of a truly original group...one whose quality and content set them apart from the mass, and who's sound-world defies simple comparisons and easy categorization. Ghostland are such a group.
Each an accalimed musician in their own right, the group came together spontaneously in the course of playing and producing sessions for other artists. The musical alchemy in the combination of producer/drummer John Reynold's rhythms, Caroline Dale's cello and Justin Adam's guitar quickly became apparent and Ghostland was born. The richly varied backgrounds of sources - Rock, Arabic, Classical, Celtic, African, Dub and Trance music all have their part to play. What makes Ghostland special is the way these influences have been sublimated to form a unique and very personal musical landscape.
Built on the rock solid foundation of John's hypnotic trance and Celtic inspired grooves, the band's emotive melodies are formed in the collision of Caroline's impassioned cello paying and Justin's lyrical but propulsive guitar. Overhead soar the guest vocals of friends and long-time collaborators Sinead O'Connor and Natacha Atlas. Ghostland's music is often described as "cinematic" and it's one of the band's primary aims that each piece should have its own character and self-contained meaning, taking the listener on a distinct, emotional journey.
The experience of playing live together is how Ghostland started and it remains at the core of the band. Ghostland have become festival favorites and have performed live over the past few years at many festivals throughout the world including Womad's festivals and performed recently Royal Festival Hall in London with Dave Gilmor. Their performances are magical and always magnificently received.
The U.S. album release of "Guide Me God" on Rasa Music will also see the Summer Release of dance remixes by Super Star DJ's, Paul Van Dyk, Junior Vasquez, and Mr. Sam.