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***Another chapter in this mid-Atlantic ensembleis existence finds them transforming their one- word moniker from a noun to a verb. And what a verb it is: Empty Bell Ringing In The Sky includes a 12-minute surprise (eek!) collaboration with Drunken Fish artists rhBand, Peltis complete 35-minute set at Terrastock II (nominated by many as the highlight of the entire goddamn festival and nicknamed iThe Hillbilly Theater of Eternal Musici), a magically resonating 17-minute slice from a typical East coast hippie warehouse party, and a new 18-minute home recording (heavy on the Tibetan bowls, Chester). The home recordings are of the digital ilk and finally capture Peltis forceful, multi-layered sound accurately and appropriately. Recent dates with the Sonic Youth Band, a West coast tour this Fall, appearances at Transmissions (NC) and Terrastock III (London), and continued releases on the bandis own Klang label demonstrate that Pelt can promote themselves like no oneis business. If Entertainment Weekly doesn't return Bill Kellum's calls, it's their loss. |
