SILICA BLISS: Silica Bliss

Silica Bliss

Silica Bliss

© 2000 Carr/McGlaughlin (634479378140)

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Silica Bliss music shimmers. Its a diamond in the rough. Its sublime, ethereal and classic pop artistry and a well-kept secret for too long. Silica Bliss are Dan Carr and Steve McGlaughlin. Dan grew up in Peterborough, a small town outside of Toronto, Canada. After playing in a few local bands he decided to travel across Europe, with his guitar, busking to pay for food and a bed. Steve grew up in Melbourne but had the same European busking idea. They met in Prague, just as the Velvet Revolution was in full swing, when Steve stumbled across Dan playing on the Charles Bridge (that spans the Vltava River). They struck up a friendship and began to perform together. Their immediate success as a busking duo in Prague gave them the luxury of writing and rehearsing during the day, playing for a few hours in the evening, then spending the rest of the night exploring the bars and clubs. After a few months, they decided to resume their separate travel plans, but planned to meet up down the track and continue the partnership. A year later, they regrouped in Melbourne and Silica Bliss was born. As songwriters, they are true collaborators encouraging, editing and pushing each other to make sure each song they write is a stand-alone gem. Dan provides the vocals, Steve plays guitar and arranges. The first Silica Bliss release was a self-titled album (in 2000) that attracted a lot of industry interest and critical acclaim. It also led to Silica Bliss signing a record deal with In-Fidelity and a publishing deal with In-Fidelity/Sony/ATV. The second album, Cast in White, is being prepared for release in Jan 2007.

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  • Silica Bliss has given us a slice of just that - bliss.
    author: The Chronicle

    Their originality is refreshing and their harmonies are perfect……Silica Bliss has given us a slice of just that - bliss -with this collection of tracks.

  • This self-titled album is a timeless experience.
    author: Deakin University Press

    This self-titled album is a timeless experience. The album consists of twelve uplifting track...

  • Look set for a huge future.
    author: The Advocate

    '…the members have a lot of potential and look set for a huge future.'

  • Silica Bliss is obviously a band destined for big things.
    author: Waneroo Times

    ...what sets this group apart from many others is the lyrical ability of the players. Silica Bliss is obviously a band destined for big things and I am sure it will not be too long before this band receives credit for its work.

  • Wow, this a really refreshing change from everything floating around today.
    author: Seed Magazine

    Wow, this a really refreshing change from everything floating around today… They may be unheard of at the moment but I can guarantee that this will not last for very long.

  • …present pop songs that are instantly likeable.
    author: The Border-Mail

    '…present pop songs that are instantly likeable. Catchy, yeah that too! Silica Bliss is definitely on a winner.'

  • ...is certainly unique in it's overall sound.
    author: Heard Magazine

    ….is certainly unique in it's overall sound. An outstanding effort this, with a natural gift for harmonies the highlight here, as well as some intelligent songwriting.

  • Their trademark harmonies are outstanding.
    author: Bullsheet

    Their trademark harmonies are outstanding. Silica Bliss compliment each other both vocally and instrumentally. Reminiscent of old Lennon-McCartney harmonies but with a more modern day feel about it.

  • The tracks are of a smooth, easy pace and invite attention.
    author: MediaSearch.com.au

    ...the tracks are of a smooth, easy pace and invite attention. It may not be too long before they're signed to a major label.

  • The listening experience sheer bliss
    author: Sydney University Magazine

    The music is Pop, purer than any Pop you have heard before…overall the sound is original, the lyrics interesting and engaging, and the listening experience sheer bliss….it is a standout album.

  • The music is timeless
    author: Buzz Magazine

    'Silica Bliss' has a completely original sound, melody based with harmonies to rival the Beach Boys....doesn't seem to fit into any specific genre that will be in a passing phase - the music is timeless.

  • Silica Bliss - an album of beautiful pop.
    author: Addicted to Noise Magazine

    Silica Bliss - an album of beautiful pop. With a stunning, self produced debut...

  • Silica Bliss's debut is an exalting collection of 12 sublime bits of pop
    author: Inpress Magazine

    Rarely is this column offered something so fully formed and assured as this. In fact, never. Silica Bliss's debut is an exalting collection of 12 sublime bits of pop....I won't be surprised if these guys have been snapped up by a major by the time you read this.

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