Member Since: 27/04/2006
Band Website: www.bigbigtrain.com
Band Members:Gregory Spawton, Andy Poole, Steve Hughes, Sean FilkinsThe latest album features guest appearances from Nick D'Virgilio and Dave Meros of Spocks Beard, and Pete Trewavas of Marillion.Studio photos from the Difference Machine sessions 2007:READ THE REVIEWS ON THE WEB SITE - This is what MUSIC STREET JOURNAL had to say:This latest disc from Big Big Train is a fine example of how an artist can combine classic progressive rock sounds with more modern textures in a mélange that, while nodding to the music of others is as a whole something unique. There are sections that will make you think of bands like Genesis, Marillion and others, but I doubt anyone has combined those elements into a composite that's quite like this. Featuring guest appearances from Marillion's Pete Trewavas and Nick D'Virgilio and Dave Meros from Spock's Beard. I suppose the easiest comparison to give you an idea of what the music sounds like would be The Flower Kings, but this doesn't completely cover it. With three epics separated by short instrumentals and some great music, Big Big Train's The Difference Engine should be on every prog fan's playlist.
Influences: Genesis, Premiata Forneria Marconi, Van Der Graaf Generator, King Crimson, Mew, Sigur Ros, Oceansize
COMING SOON... 'English Boy Wonders' Remixed, remastered, remade..FREE AUDIO DOWNLOAD OF THE FIRST MIX OF THE SHIPPING FORECASTThe video below shows us working on the new mix of The Shipping Forecast for the EBW re-release. The first audio mix of the song is now available for free audio download from the website.Find out more about English Boy Wonders at: http://www.englishboywonders.com/ (click on 'monthly download' when you get to the page.)Video footage: Demo recording of Available Light featuring Nick D'Virgilo on drums. This track will feature on the next album - working title: English Electric.
Illustrations from the album : Gathering Speed