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  1. Albums
  2. the calm before - matt elliott

Matt Elliott - The Calm Before (LP)

Matt ElliottMatt Elliott
  • LP
  • 1 piece(s)
  • 2016
  • 6 tracks
  • 41 min
  • slowcore
The Calm Before - Matt Elliott
The Calm Before
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The Calm Before - Matt Elliott
The Calm Before - Matt Elliott

Product description

Matt Elliott returns with "The Calm Before," a captivating slowcore album that unfolds like a quiet, introspective journey. Released on February 5, 2016, under the label Ici d'ailleurs, this six-track collection spans 41 minutes of atmospheric, contemplative soundscapes. Elliott's signature slowcore style is on full display, blending gentle melodies with profound lyrics that resonate long after the final note fades. From the haunting beauty of "The Beginning" to the reflective tones of "The Allegory of the Cave," each track offers a unique glimpse into Elliott's artistic vision. "The Calm Before" is a testament to Matt Elliott's ability to craft music that is both deeply personal and universally relatable, making it a standout addition to any music lover's collection.

This LP was released in 2016.

Tracks

  1. The BeginningMatt Elliott
    1:27
  2. The Calm BeforeMatt Elliott
    14:22
  3. The Feast of St. StephenMatt Elliott
    3:15
  4. I Only Wanted to Give You EverythingMatt Elliott
    9:26
  5. Wings and CrownMatt Elliott
    4:23
  6. The Allegory of the CaveMatt Elliott
    8:38
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Details

Album
The Calm Before
Artist
Matt Elliott
LP release year
2016
Album release date
5 februari 2016
Label
Ici D'Ailleurs
EAN
3700398715193
Available
No

Product information

Format
LP
Quantity
1 piece(s)
Mono or stereo
Stereo
Duration
41 min
Tracks
6 tracks

EAN

EAN
3700398715193

Other

Limited Edition
No
Country
France
Genre
Slowcore
Box set
No
Remastered
No
Reissue
No

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    5 out of 5 stars
    bipmopinbaDecember 31, 2025United States🇺🇸

    Navigating a Gloomy Vessel“A tempest is approaching. Dust and papers swirl around the room, signaling a storm, the sky is a painted thick whirl of troubled colors. There’s a storm brewing, the branches sway and creak and wave. We’re in for rough weather, I’ve got this headache that’s been lingering for days.” The title track is the essence of melancholy – fourteen minutes of sheer despondency. The Calm Before is a darkly minimal and gloomily acoustic album. “You’ll find yourself isolated when you’ve tumbled from your throne. I only hope there’s mercy shown when you’ve descended from your throne. It can be tough when you fall from such a height, whether you fall or are cast down, the descent is the same. It’s a tremendous long way down when you’ve lost your wings and your crown.” “Wings & Crown” is a real tempestuous piece and it stands as the finest track on the album.

About Matt Elliott

Matt Elliott, a Scottish musician born in 1968, is a pioneer in the slowcore genre, known for his deeply emotional and atmospheric soundscapes. With a career spanning over two decades, Elliott has crafted a unique musical style that blends gentle, melancholic melodies with introspective lyrics. His work, often characterized by its raw emotional depth and haunting beauty, has resonated with audiences worldwide. Elliott's music invites listeners into a world of quiet introspection, where each note and lyric tells a story of heartache, longing, and redemption. Whether performing solo or with his band, Matt Elliott continues to push the boundaries of slowcore, creating music that is both timeless and deeply personal.

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