Andy Gillion
Andy Gillion | |
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| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Genres | Melodic death metal, progressive metal |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, composer |
| Instruments | Guitar, piano, vocals |
| Website | www |
Andy Gillion (born 4 September 1988) is a British-born multi-instrumentalist, composer, and songwriter.[1] He is best known as the songwriter and lead guitarist of the melodic death metal band, Mors Principium Est.[2]
His debut solo album, "Neverafter", was released on 15 November 2019. The first single, "Skyless" features Jeff Loomis of Arch Enemy, and Sam Paulicelli (66Samus) of Decrepit Birth.[3]
As of 2017, Gillion is endorsed as an Elixir Strings Artist,[4] as well as a Fractal Audio Artist.[5]
Biography
In 2011, Andy Gillion was selected as the new songwriter/lead guitarist for the melodic death metal band, Mors Principium Est from over 200 applicants.[6] Since then, he has written and released three albums with the band, under AFM Records: ...and Death Said Live (2012), Dawn of the 5th Era (2014), and Embers of a Dying World (2017).
In 2016, Gillion was a runner up in the final of the Guitar Idol Competition and performed live at the 100 Club in London, UK.[7]
In November 2019, his debut solo album, "Neverafter" was released. The first single, "Skyless" features Jeff Loomis of Arch Enemy, and Sam Paulicelli (66Samus) of Decrepit Birth.[8] The album also features Paul Wardingham and Christina Marie of The Voice UK (Series 3). The record was co-produced, mixed, and mastered by Thomas “Plec” Johansson, who previously worked with bands like Soilwork and Scar Symmetry.[9]
Neverafter (2019)
"Neverafter", his debut solo album, was released on 15 November 2019. It is a predominantly instrumental concept album composed of symphonic, progressive and melodic death metal elements. The music tells the story of a young girl, Aria, and her journey through a dreamworld as she searches for resolution after the loss of her mother.[10]
The album features Jeff Loomis of Arch Enemy, Sam Paulicelli (66Samus) of Decrepit Birth, Paul Wardingham and Christina Marie of The Voice UK (Series 3). The record was co-produced, mixed, and mastered by Thomas “Plec” Johansson, who previously worked with bands like Soilwork and Scar Symmetry.[11] As described by Metal Injection, "Gillion has truly created an epic masterpiece that would have raised Chopin's brow if he were still alive",[12] while MetalSucks commented, "predictably, the results are magnificent"[13]
Discography
Mors Principium Est
- ...and Death Said Live (2012)
- Dawn of the 5th Era (2014)
- Embers of a Dying World (2017)
Solo
- Neverafter (2019)
Equipment
Guitars
- Daemoness Cimmerian 6 String (Featuring Valkyrie hand painted finish)
- Elixir Strings Artist - NANOWEB Coating[14]
Amplification
- Axe-FX[15]
References
- ^ Dick, Chris. "Top 5 Things That Will Kill You in Australia By Andy Gillion (solo, Mors Principium Est)". Decibel Magazine. Decibel Magazine.
- ^ Godla, Frank. "Andy Gillion (MORS PRINCIPIUM EST) Teams Up With JEFF LOOMIS and 66SAMUS To Release Jaw Dropping Solo Track "Skyless"". Metal Injection. Metal Injection. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
- ^ Neilstein, Vince. "Mors Principium Est's Andy Gillion + Jeff Loomis + 66Samus Team Up on New Track "Skyless"". Metal Sucks. Metal Sucks. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
- ^ "Quick Tips for Adding Feeling into Your Playing". Guitar World. Guitar World. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
- ^ "Fractal Audio Artists". Fractal Audio. Fractal Audio.
- ^ "Mors Principium Est - AFM Records". AFM Records.
- ^ "Guitar Idol Final". Guitar Idol. Guitar Idol.
- ^ Neilstein, Vince (21 October 2019). "Mors Principium Est's Andy Gillion + Jeff Loomis + 66Samus Team Up on New Track "Skyless"". Metal Sucks. Metal Sucks.
- ^ Alper. "Andy Gillion – Neverafter (Album Review)". Mega Depth. Mega Depth.
- ^ "Andy Gillion to release new solo album featuring Jeff Loomis". The Rockput. The Rockpit.
- ^ Alper. "Andy Gillion – Neverafter (Album Review)". Mega Depth. Mega Depth.
- ^ Godla, Frank (3 October 2019). "Andy Gillion (MORS PRINCIPIUM EST) Teams Up With JEFF LOOMIS and 66SAMUS To Release Jaw Dropping Solo Track "Skyless"". Metal Injection. Metal Injection.
- ^ Neilstein, Vince (10 October 2019). "Mors Principium Est's Andy Gillion + Jeff Loomis + 66Samus Team Up on New Track "Skyless"". MetalSucks. MetalSucks.
- ^ "Learn how to control your vibrato with this in-depth guitar lesson". Music Radar. Music Radar.
- ^ "Fractal Audio Artists". Fractal Audio. Fractal Audio.
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