ORATRISM

Oratrism biography
The three piece ORATRISM are a French band from Grenoble who formed in March 2008. The line-up consists of Axel Moreno on guitar, loops and backing vocals, Galdric Marcotte on bass and vocals and Vincent Renaudin on drums and samples. The band have a powerful but raw sound and describe their music as "the combination of dark ambiances, progressive structures, rhythmic variations, and ambient rock, with music influences ranging from kraut and experimental rock to post-rock/metal. Their compositions originate from improvisation and are influenced by pictural art."

Their live shows have sometimes been known to include artists painting on stage whilst the band plays. In 2010 they recorded a demo, which was available for sale to coincide with their first tour and in 2011 the released a five track EP called Fact(s).

Paul Fowler (Nightfly)