Bigelf - Cheat The Gallows

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Stumbled across this band the other day and I was mightily impressed. My little description in the subject title is only partially accurate, but I definitely hear a lot of Sabbath and Alice Cooper in the music. That mix is most evident in the song "Madhatter." Anyone ever heard this band before?

I'm already sadly aware that it won't be so easy finding their albums. Haha. Any help would be appreciated. I think I'd really dig this band. I've been listening to the four MySpace songs non-stop since finding their page.

Check them out:

http://www.myspace.com/bigelf

Heart of Metal Number of posts : 1510 Age : 41

They sound awesome! I found this page from amazon that has there albums on it. I think this is them anyways:

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_cdnow/002-6226110-0152033?initialSearch=1&url=search-alias%3Dpopular&field-keywords=bigelf&Go.x=0&Go.y=0&Go=Go

You should check out this band too if you like these guys. There called The Muggs and they were on that Next American Band show on FOX the other night. If you like Mountain and Blue Cheer, these guys are pretty cool.

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=22839782

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spiritoradio wrote:: They sound awesome! I found this page from amazon that has there albums on it. I think this is them anyways:

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_cdnow/002-6226110-0152033?initialSearch=1&url=search-alias%3Dpopular&field-keywords=bigelf&Go.x=0&Go.y=0&Go=Go

Dude, I am seriously loving these guys (at least these 4 songs). Good find on that Amazon link. I was spelling their named as Big Elf at first, didn't think to re-look for their albums under Bigelf (one word).

I ordered Closer To Doom. Thanks, bro!

Quote :: You should check out this band too if you like these guys. There called The Muggs and they were on that Next American Band show on FOX the other night. If you like Mountain and Blue Cheer, these guys are pretty cool.

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=22839782

They sound cool. How did they do? Not quite the same as Bigelf, but they sound solid enough. Their CD is requested on lala. Bet it wasn't until the other night. Haha.

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Huh...looks like I either missed it or they just added a fifth song, their John Lennon collaboration with...Christina Aguilera! Shocked

She should really do a rock album!

Heart of Metal Number of posts : 1510 Age : 41

Eyesore wrote:

spiritoradio wrote:: They sound awesome! I found this page from amazon that has there albums on it. I think this is them anyways:

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_cdnow/002-6226110-0152033?initialSearch=1&url=search-alias%3Dpopular&field-keywords=bigelf&Go.x=0&Go.y=0&Go=Go

Dude, I am seriously loving these guys (at least these 4 songs). Good find on that Amazon link. I was spelling their named as Big Elf at first, didn't think to re-look for their albums under Bigelf (one word).

I ordered Closer To Doom. Thanks, bro!

Quote :: You should check out this band too if you like these guys. There called The Muggs and they were on that Next American Band show on FOX the other night. If you like Mountain and Blue Cheer, these guys are pretty cool.

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=22839782

They sound cool. How did they do? Not quite the same as Bigelf, but they sound solid enough. Their CD is requested on lala. Bet it wasn't until the other night. Haha.

No problem. Yeah they're not quite the same sounding, but in the same vein as having a retro sound that rocks. They moved on to the second round so will see how it goes.

Metal is in my blood Number of posts : 2793 Age : 66

I've had "Closer to Doom" for quite awhile. The lead song, thier demo "Fight" is a little misleading; as it's heavier than the rest of the album. They're an LA band, with a definite Beatles influence to my ears, but a more retro sound, rather than glammy like Enuff-z-nuff etc. Quite a bit of Mellotron I believe. But there is some Sabbath influence there too for sure. Unique.

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SAHB Healer wrote:: I've had "Closer to Doom" for quite awhile. The lead song, thier demo "Fight" is a little misleading; as it's heavier than the rest of the album. They're an LA band, with a definite Beatles influence to my ears, but a more retro sound, rather than glammy like Enuff-z-nuff etc. Quite a bit of Mellotron I believe. But there is some Sabbath influence there too for sure. Unique.

LA? Who? Bigelf? Aren't they from Sweden or something?

Metal is in my blood Number of posts : 2793 Age : 66

No, still based in LA. They hit big in Sweden a few years ago, and have recorded there. I wonder if they've gone louder again since Closer to Doom? They still have the mellotron and the Beatles references though.

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SAHB Healer wrote:: No, still based in LA. They hit big in Sweden a few years ago, and have recorded there. I wonder if they've gone louder again since Closer to Doom? They still have the mellotron and the Beatles references though.

Bigelf is from frickin' LA and their albums aren't in stores? That's retarded.

Metal is in my blood Number of posts : 2793 Age : 66

Everyone knows that Californians are more retarded than Swedes, so there you go.

Bukkake Tsunami Number of posts : 25557 Age : 53

I like what I've heard on the MySpace page. I'd probably pick this one up.

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SAHB Healer wrote:: Everyone knows that Californians are more retarded than Swedes, so there you go.

I'm gonna place an order for an album, EP and single later this week. I found a place that has them for like $26 total, and they're overseas. All the American sellers are selling these like they're expensive imports, which may be the case, but they're cheaper from this store.

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So I found someone on Soulseek last night that had three albums: Hex, Closer To Doom, and Money Machine. After listening to them for a bit today, I think the Sabbath comparison can be taken away. It's there in some songs, but not nearly as much as I expected. These guys probably have more in common with the Beatles than Sabbath. Though these albums do seem very cool. LOTS of synth!

I got Closer To Doom on the way to me now, so I'm glad I dig it. Haha.

Metal is in my blood Number of posts : 2793 Age : 66

Exactly, you got them nailed. It's too bad because I think they dissapoint people who expect heavier; but they are really an interesting band. TWO Mellotrons at once!

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SAHB Healer wrote:: Exactly, you got them nailed. It's too bad because I think they dissapoint people who expect heavier; but they are really an interesting band. TWO Mellotrons at once!

Yeah, I can see people being disappointed that just heard a song like "Madhatter" and make a purchase. They're definitely not that heavy. But seriously, this is some really solid songwriting here. I'm loving it! I still can't believe they're from LA. Haha.

Metal student Number of posts : 176 Age : 60

I've had Closer to Doom for years and I Love it! I usually describe them as Uriah Heep does the Beatles!!!

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criss3o wrote:: I've had Closer to Doom for years and I Love it! I usually describe them as Uriah Heep does the Beatles!!!

I can hear it. I'm also going to add Pink Floyd to the list. Haha. Listen to "Bats In The Belfry" on their MySpace page. You can't deny it. I foresee these guys becoming a favorite of mine.

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Hey now! Looks like Hex is getting a re-release tomorrow. Newbury Comics has it listed under their new releases for $9.99. Sweet!

Heart of Metal Number of posts : 2096 Age : 61

Sounds cool.

Road Warrior Number of posts : 17180 Age : 48

They're alright. Nothing that great though. I'll take Goatsnake, Trouble and Kyuss over them in the stoner dept.

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Kyuss is one of the most overrated bands ever.

Metal is in my blood Number of posts : 2793 Age : 66

Eyesore wrote:: Kyuss is one of the most overrated bands ever.

A shocking statement at first glance, but now as I think about it I never listen to their albums per se. I had to make a compilation...so yeh...some killer songs but a lot of BS and filler in there too. And as a proper band they had a short lifespan.