With their first effort, A Greek Chorus EP, Three White Pines have set out to create enticing guitar atmospheres that sound every bit as epic as a calm before the storm. Rhys Griffiths is the lone musician behind Pines, although his wife, Jen, does appear on the title track to provide ambient vocals. The project is located just outside of Cardiff, South Wales.
Influenced by acts like Bon Iver, Minus the Bear and Radiohead, A Greek Chorus EP was self-produced, mixed and mastered completely at the Griffiths home. Izotope compressors and EQs were frequently utilized for this entirely instrumental EP, as well as Townhouse Buss compression for the drums. I’m thinking that this is the reason why they pop out in the mix so much, especially those snares. While Bandcamp shows that Three White Pines have many different sounds-- ambient, electronic, indie and progressive-- the first track, “Pangea,” makes me think that it wouldn’t be inaccurate to say that this guy makes deeply enigmatic post-rock music. One listen to the Telecaster guitar’s jazzy tones and ethereal effects is certainly enough to confirm that theory. “Pangea" is followed by “>Interloper>,” which goes from rich electric rock to acoustic ballad territory to gurgling electronica all within the course of two minutes. The key moment of this EP is the title track “A Greek Chorus.” Awash with ambient effects, this has in it the spirit of Hammock but the propulsive rhythms of latter day Radiohead. In other words, it’s another standout track! We get somewhat of a musical left turn with a noticeably more uptempo tune, “Glass Houses.” This is actually far more reminiscent of punk rock rather than post-rock or ambient music, but it fits because it still carries the subtle electronic experimentation and the same ethereal atmosphere with it. Also, it just rocks. Given that this EP (and likely also the band in general) is strictly instrumental, there aren't any lyrics to relay the message of this project. However, based on the name of the band and the cover art, nature seems to be the theme. The beauty and peace of nature is surely reflected in the music. Strongly recommended.
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