Her Name Is Calla
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Leicester, England, United Kingdom |
| Genres | Post-rock |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Labels | Denovali |
| Associated acts | Glasses for the Blind |
| Website | http://www.hernameiscalla.com/ |
| Members | |
| Sophie Green Tom Morris Adam Weikert |
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| Past members | |
| Andrew Coles Sophie Barnes Scott Everett Thom Corah Michael Love |
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Her Name Is Calla are a post-rock band based in the English cities of Leicester, Leeds and York.
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[edit] History
After playing live throughout the United Kingdom to much critical acclaim, with the likes of iLiKETRAiNS and The Twilight Sad,[1] they released their debut album, The Heritage, in 2008, which was also positively acclaimed,[2][3] and was followed by a well-received headlining tour.[2][4] The album lasts over 50 minutes, despite only containing six tracks.
In February 2009, they announced their arrival on the German label, Denovali Records. Denovali re-released The Heritage on vinyl in late 2009.
The band released The Quiet Lamb, containing 12 tracks and lasting over 75 minutes, on 8 November 2010. NME gave it a score of 8/10, describing it as "massive, pastorally apocalyptic music".[5] The Sun called it a "ten-track jewel of a record" that engages the listener "in a rare and beautiful way".[6]
Two members of the band have also performed as Glasses for the Blind.[7]
[edit] Discography
[edit] Studio albums
- The Quiet Lamb (2010), Denovali Records (CD, CD in wooden presentation box, 2x12" vinyl in a triple gatefold. Available as picture disk, ultraclear or black vinyl)
- The Heritage (2008)
- CD album - limited to 500 copies, Gizeh Records (1/06/08)
- Handpackaged cassette - limited to 20 copies. Personalized introduction and packaging with hand typed lyric booklets. Also included extra songs) (1/06/08)
- Vinyl Pressing - Limited to 500 copies 100 copies clear w/ violet haze, 200 copies black and 200 copies clear w/ violet mix ) Denovali Records (17/09/09)
- 2nd CD press, Gizeh Records / Denovali Records (17/09/09)
[edit] EPs
- Maw (300 10" vinyl with download) Denovali Records (April 2011)
- Live at Denovali Swingfest 2010 - Three track digital download (Given away as free Christmas download in 2010)
- "Long Grass" - limited edition - 10"+CD (100 copies on clear vinyl and black haze, 200 copies on black); CD version (200 copies in wooden box) (early Feb 2010)
[edit] Singles
- "A Moment of Clarity" 7" (500 copies) Gizeh Records (10/9/07)
- "Condor and River" CDR (250 copies) Loom (26/3/07)
- "Hideous Box" CDR (500 copies) Self released (2006)
- "The White and the Skin" CDR (unknown amount) Self released (2005)
[edit] Demos
- Blueprints: Augustus, Will You Build Again? CDR Self released (2004)
- The Cracked Wooden Hands of the Master Craftsman CDR Self released (2004)
- Paraplegia CDR Self released (2004)
[edit] Splits
- Maybeshewill / Her Name is Calla Split 12" Field Records (500 copies) (03/11/08)
[edit] Other
- A Blood Promise DVD/CD (300 copies) Gizeh Records (2/03/09)
[edit] Band members
- Tom Morris - Lead vocals, Electric/Acoustic Guitar, Piano, Magnus Organ, Banjo
- Sophie Green - Violin, Vocals
- Adam Weikert - Drums, Piano, Banjo, Synthesizers, Guitar, Mandolin, Double Bass, Theremin, Vocals, Organ
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- ^ Thomas, Chloe (2008) "Her Name Is Calla, Bardens Boudoir, London" (review), This Is Fake DIY
- ^ a b Gourlay, Tom (2008) "Her Name Is Calla The Heritage EP", Drowned in Sound
- ^ Newbery, Helen (2008) "Her Name Is Calla - The Heritage" (review), God Is in the TV, 31 May 2008
- ^ McGrady, Liam (2008) "Her Name Is Calla / Glissando - The Enterprise - London - 8th July 2008" (review), Subba-Cultcha
- ^ Snapes, Laura (2010) "Her Name Is Calla - The Quiet Lamb", NME, 27 November 2010, p. 39
- ^ "Her Name Is Calla - The Quiet Lamb", The Sun, 8 October 2010, p. 8
- ^ Scoppie, Alex (2010) "Heart-felt songs really touched a chord", Leicester Mercury, 20 October 2010, p. 26
[edit] External links
- Official website
- Label
- Her Name Is Calla on Myspace
- Interview with Her Name Is Calla on Headphone Commute (February, 2011)
