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About Me

Biography
Black Orchid began in January 2007 formed by guitarist/song writer Justin Hartwig formerly of Australian gothic metal band Chalice. After 9 years and 4 international releases (“Chronicles Of Dysphoria” (2000), “An Illusion To The Temporary Real” (2001), “Augmented” (2003) & “The Calm That Was The Storm” (2006) on Modern Invasion Music), Chalice members Sean Graetz, Simon Henderson and Mat Enright joined by keyboardist Gareth Chin and vocalist Abby Skye completed the newly formed band.
With the experience gained from supporting artists such as Opeth, Mayhem, Leaves’ Eyes and touring overseas, the members of Black Orchid endeavour to present their music to the world stage through the release of their debut recording Inertia. Incorporating the passion of Nightwish, the drama of Opeth and the atmospherics of Pink Floyd, Black Orchid’s “Inertia” combines all the right elements for a band on the verge of great things.
Biographie
Black Orchid voit le jour en janvier 2007, à l'initiative de Justin Hartwig - guitariste/auteur-compositeur, ancien membre du groupe de métal Australien, Chalice. 9 ans et 4 albums après (“Chronicles of Dysphoria" en 2000, “An Illusion To The Temporary Real” en 2001, “Augmented” en 2003 et “The Calm That Was The Storm” en 2006 - sous le label Modern Invasion Music) Sean Graetz, Simon Henderson et Mat Enright, eux aussi ex-membres de Chalice, rejoints par Gareth Chin (clavier) et Abby Skye (chanteur), complètent la formation initiale.
Grâce à l'expérience acquise non seulement en suivant des groupes comme Opeth, Mayhem ou Leaves' Eyes mais aussi lors de tournées à l'étranger, les membres de Black Orchid s'efforcent de présenter leur musique à la scène musicale mondiale, notamment avec le lancement d'Inertia. Mélangeant la passion de Nightwish, l'émotion d'Opeth et l'univers planant de Pink Floyd, "Inertia des Black Orchid possède tous les éléments pour voguer vers le succès et offrir à son public une palette d'émotions et d'univers musicaux différents.
Biografie
Black Orchid hat sich im Januar 2007 durch den Gitarristen/Songwriter Justin Hartwig aus der früheren Australischen Gothik/Metal-Band Chalice formiert. Die alte Chalice-Formation Sean Graetz, Simon Henderson und Mat Enright wurden nach neun Jahren und vier internationalen Veröffentlichungen (“Chronicles Of Dysphoria” (2000), “An Illusion To The Temporary Real” (2001), “Augmented” (2003) und “The Calm That Was The Storm” (2006) bei Modern Invasion Music), durch Keyboarder Gareth Chin und Sänger Abby Skye vervollständigt.
Aufgrund der Erfahrung, die Mitglieder von Black Orchid als Support von Opeth, Mayhem, Leaves’ Eyes und durch zahlreiche Auftritte in Übersee gesammelt haben, wollen Black Orchid nun mit ihrem Debutalbum "Inertia" die Weltbühne erobern. Dieses Album vereint die Leidenschaft von Nightwish, die Dramatik von Opeth und die atmosphärischen Elemente von Pink Floyd und enthält damit genau die richtige Mischung für eine Band, die am Anfang von etwas ganz Großem steht.

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Member Since: 05/05/2007
Band Website: www.blackorchidsong.com
Band Members: Abby Skye - Vocals / Justin Hartwig - Lead & Rhythm Guitar / Sean Graetz - Lead & Rhythm Guitar / Gareth Chin - Keyboards / Simon Henderson - Bass / Mat Enright - Drums & Percussion

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Influences: Anathema / Apocalyptica / Beethoven / David Gilmour / Dead Can Dance / Dream Theater / Eivør Pálsdóttir / Ensiferum / Hans Zimmer / HIM / Iron Maiden / Jeff Buckley / Jeff Martin / Led Zeppelin / Metallica / Mike Oldfield / Muse / My Dying Bride / Nevermore / Nightwish / Opeth / Paradise Lost / Philip Glass / Pink Floyd / Sarah McLachlan / Steve Vai / The Gathering / Týr / Wagner / Within Temptation


Inertia (2008)


The Funeral Vol. 3


Euphony Fusion III


Next Live Show: 2010

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Sounds Like: "The sound of dark brooding metallic precision - Grand sweeping themes shrouded with intense complexity. Virtuosic prowess coupled with an innate melodic sense. Atmospheric canvasses echo musical expressionism and human emotion of the highest accolade - This is the sound of Black Orchid."
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My Blog

Keyboard Auditions

Greetings,Black Orchid keyboard auditions will be held in December 2009 and be decided on by the end of the year. If anyone else is interested please contact us immediately and if you feel this is for...
Posted by on Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:54:00 GMT

The Euphony Fusion

Hi All,Black Orchid is very proud to announce the inclusion of the song 'Destiny' on the latest Australian metal compilation CD 'The Euphony Fusion 3' presented by Welkin Entertainment.Here is the pre...
Posted by on Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:27:00 GMT

Goodbye Abby Skye

Black Orchid's front-woman Abby Skye has mutually parted ways with the band after 2 years of close collaboration. Abby's focus is now firmly set on her solo career in Queensland, Australia. Together w...
Posted by on Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:51:00 GMT

October 9 Update!

Greetings,We have some last-minute updates for tonight's Eyefear The Unseen Adelaide launch. Firstly, there has been a change in line-up with Satoria unable to perform (due to an tonsillectomy!). Ad...
Posted by on Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:44:00 GMT

Inertia Review - Metal Hammer UK!

Greetings,Black Orchid are featured in the August 2009 issue of the UK 'Metal Hammer' magazine (pg. 80). The Inertia EP was reviewed favourably by contributing writer Natasha Scharf. We would like to ...
Posted by on Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:31:00 GMT

Eyefear The Unseen Adelaide Support (09.10.09)

Welcome,Black Orchid will be performing with Melbourne's Eyefear on Friday October 9, 2009 at the Enigma Bar, Adelaide, South Australia. This is in support of Eyefear's 'The Unseen' Australian tour to...
Posted by on Wed, 02 Sep 2009 07:15:00 GMT

Gareth's Departure... Keyboard Auditions

Greetings,Keyboardist Gareth Chin has officially departed from Black Orchid due to scheduling conflicts and the pursuit of other musical ventures. Gareth was with the band for just over 2 years featur...
Posted by on Mon, 03 Aug 2009 09:10:00 GMT

FasterLouder - Live Review!

Greetings,Our July 4th show has been reviewed at FasterLouder.com.au by contributing staff member 'Wiggmortem'. FasterLouder is Australias leading online community of rock music fans. It is the credi...
Posted by on Thu, 30 Jul 2009 21:49:00 GMT

July 4th Thanks...

Greetings,Black Orchid would like to thank everyone involved with the July 4th show for making it the success that it was. Thank you to all the bands (Belakor, Quasar & Quest), promoters (Plague Prom...
Posted by on Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:38:00 GMT

July 4th Update...

Greetings,A slight change of plans... Due to a scheduling conflict, our keyboardist Gareth Chin will not be joining us onstage for tomorrow nights performance. Unfortunately we will not be able to per...
Posted by on Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:22:00 GMT