Merz is tagged as: indie, singer-songwriter, folk, electronic, indie pop After walking away from huge hype and a major label deal in 1999, disappearing completely, UK’s Merz (Conrad Lambert to his mum) returned in 2005 with his 2nd album, the critically lauded, Loveheart (released by UK indie Gronland Records). His third album, Moi et Mon Camion (released by Gronland in March 2008), produced the same kind of acclaim from all corners with its mixture of beautiful balladeering, heartfelt tunes, intricate production and a display of Merz’s multi-instrumental talents. Since Loveheart was released, Merz has been touring Europe with The Earlies, playing all over the world at festivals as diverse as Green Man, Montreux Jazz festival in Switzerland and SXSW. More acclaim followed in the US, where the track ‘Dangerous Heady Love Scheme’ was iTunes Single of the Week, and ‘Postcard From A Darkstar’ was also Single of the Week with influential LA radio station KCRW. Merz has spent much time travelling around England in the last few years, and this restless spirit sets the tone for Moi et Mon Camion. Named after a West Country removal firm who have moved Conrad and his wife’s belongings several times, the album even begins with the sound of their truck packing up and leaving. The album itself was written on the move, as Merz was relocatin... Read More About Merz Biography... Send Merz ringtones to your cell |
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