Epic45

Epic45 is a long-running British indie/ambient duo formed by childhood friends Ben Holton and Rob Glover in the late '90s. Hailing from rural Staffordshire, their music paints vivid sonic landscapes that blend wistful nostalgia with modern anxieties, often reflecting on themes of time, memory, and England's changing countryside. Over two decades, they've crafted a signature sound mixing delicate acoustic textures with subtle electronics, earning comparisons to artists like Hood or early Mogwai while maintaining their own distinctly English pastoral vibe.

The duo continues to evolve through releases like *Spring* (2020) and *We Were Never Here* (2022), balancing their signature melancholic beauty with fresh experimentation. Recent work like *Drakelow (2023 Remaster)* and *Kaleidoscope Days* shows their knack for revisiting and recontextualizing their catalog while staying true to their introspective roots. Operating through their own Wayside & Woodland Recordings label, Epic45 remains a cherished cult act for listeners who crave music that’s both intimately personal and expansively atmospheric.

Genres

Post-rock

Ambient

Latest Release

New Town Faded

Epic45

Single - Released February 16, 2024