Pelt

Pelt is an American experimental music band, known for their drone-dominated blend of noise, ambient, and folk influences. They were formed in 1993 in Richmond, Virginia, originally by guitarists Mike Gangloff, Patrick Best, and banjo player Jack Rose, with several changes in lineup over the years. Pelt's music is characterized by its organic, eclectic soundscapes that often incorporate unconventional instruments and extended playing techniques, giving them a distinctive place within the realm of avant-garde and improvisational music.

Pelt's discography shows a deep exploration of texture and timbre, as reflected in their recent releases such as "Reticence / Resistance," which embodies their trademark approach of creating hypnotic and meditative soundscapes. Their work often contains a ritualistic and almost shamanistic quality, an evocation that can be felt in the mesmerizing drones of albums like "Effigy" and "Dauphin Elegies." They have maintained a prolific output over the years, with releases like "Pearls From the River" and "Empty Bell Ringing in the Sky" cementing their status as torchbearers of contemporary American experimental music. Pelt's ability to fuse the raw energy of their live performances with the subtleties of their studio work continues to captivate listeners within the underground music community.

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Reticence / Resistance
Single - Released October 29, 2021
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  1. October 29, 2021
  2. August 23
  3. July 1, 2012
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    Effigy
    7 tracks
  4. June 24, 2008
  5. August 14, 2006
  6. July 19, 2005
  7. October 14, 2003
  8. March 17, 1999
  9. April 18, 1998
  10. March 22, 1997
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    Techeod
    3 tracks
  1. July 1, 2012
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    Effigy
    7 tracks
  2. June 24, 2008
  3. August 14, 2006
  4. July 19, 2005
  5. March 17, 1999
  6. March 1, 1997
  7. August 29, 1996
  1. October 29, 2021
  2. August 23
  3. October 14, 2003
  4. April 18, 1998
  5. March 22, 1997
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    Techeod
    3 tracks