Elíal
Elíal is a Castilian Spanish experimental pop band from Valencia, Spain.[1] The band was founded by Alberto Amar (vocals, guitar, and piano) and Eli m Rufat (vocals and synths) in July 2012.[2] Their influences include artists like James Blake, Portishead, Piratas, or Radiohead.[3]
History[edit]
The name "Elíal" originated from Amar and Rufat's prior work together as visual artists, in which they would sign their work as such.[4] In their first year together, Elíal released their self-titled debut EP produced by Pablo Silva.[5] Initially the band consisted of only Amar and Rufat, but by November 2012, they were joined by Dani Odisseu (guitar).[6] That month, the EP was officially launched with a concert at the Sala Wa Wa in Valencia. The show was positively reviewed, being described as a "cosmic spectacle"[7] as well as "conquering and convincing".[8] They have since performed regularly in Valencia and Madrid.[9] Their first full album, Dentro, was released in the fall of 2014. It was recorded in the mountains of Cuenca, and produced by Suso Saiz.[10][11]
Members[edit]
- Alberto Amar (guitar, piano)
- Eli m Rufat (vocals, keyboard)
- Dani Odisseu (guitar)
Discography[edit]
- Elíal – EP (2012)
- Luz (single, 2014)[12]
- Dentro (2014)
References[edit]
- ^ "Elíal Interview". Upsound Music Magazine. Archived from the original on 7 November 2014. Retrieved 4 November 2014.
- ^ "Interview with Elíal". dodMagazine. Retrieved 4 November 2014.
- ^ "Interview with Elíal". dodMagazine. Retrieved 4 November 2014.
- ^ "Elíal Interview". Upsound Magazine. Archived from the original on 7 November 2014. Retrieved 4 November 2014.
- ^ "Elíal - program: 210514". Pinacoteca de Radio. Archived from the original on 7 November 2014. Retrieved 5 November 2014.
- ^ "Interview with Elíal". dodMagazine. Retrieved 4 November 2014.
- ^ "Elíal as a Direct Sensory Experience". Caleidoscopia. Archived from the original on 12 November 2012. Retrieved 4 November 2014.
- ^ "Elíal: Conqquering and Convincing". Redacción Atómica. Retrieved 4 November 2014.
- ^ "Conciertos". Elíalband. Retrieved 4 November 2014.
- ^ "Elíal Presents "Dentro"". Alquimia Sonora. Retrieved 4 November 2014.
- ^ "Elíal Concert". Sala Russafa. Retrieved 5 November 2014.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Light, New Video by Elíal". La Gramola de Keith. Retrieved 5 November 2014.