About Me
Marzuraan formed as a two piece by Pete Burn (Orrin DeForest) & Lee Stokoe (Culver) in early 2002 using only two heavily downtuned bass guitars & as much distortion as possible. This Gateshead/Newcastle upon Tyne bassed low frequency duo self released their 5 track, 70 minute debut album Mammuthus (Traqueto records 003) in August 02, which quickly sold to EARTH enthusiasts around the world.The first gig was in October at a two day event in Newcastle, unrequested drumming was provided via Michael Gillham (Voorhees, Snotnosed). By the end of 02 a fulltime drummer was recruited in the shape of former Orrin DeForest vocalist Woodcock. Practices ensued, jams were recorded & stages have now been shared with SUNN0))), KHANATE, BORIS, UNHOLY GRAVE, WARHEAD, SKULLFLOWER, 5IVE, RAMESSES, SOURVEIN, ATAVIST, JAZZFINGER, HAIR POLICE, SUNBURNED HAND OF THE MAN, TROLLMANN AV ILDTOPPBERG, JULIAN COPE, DANIEL HIGGS...What had originally started out as a project spiralled into a full time band with the added inclusion of sporadic vocals from Stu Ellen member of local tribute act FLAG SABBATH.Recordings made across the first half of 03 were mixed later that year becoming the 5 track, 60 minute album Solid StaTe released late August 2004.Material was recorded for Solid Wood a 4 track LP released by Kult of Nihilow records (January 06).We are currently piecing together tracks for the "progressive" forthcoming album to be released in the USA on Division Sound records of Detroit, MI & on CD in the UK by NoFi records of Newcastle upon Tyne. Expect weird melodic up tempo rocking & a return to the lengthy droning of our origins. Average song length 3-6 minutes. If nothing else this record will have the best song titles thus far. Working title is 'SOLID WASH'.MARZURAAN would like to play all ages gigs where & when they can implementing ultra low sonics and extreme/sublime visuals to assist in altering your lame head and dying spirit.Marzuraan use & endorse DIY. We love you all...Buy Stuff: Solid State CD £8.00 / Solid Wood LP £10 / split 7" with SINK (clear vinyl) £4.00 / Tod Allem Falschen T-Shirt (Green w/ double sided silver print) £10. All prices postpaid in the UK, anywhere else please contact for ordering details. Email here: traqueto at postmaster dot co dot uk
