***Rebirth***

Hello all,

First of all, i have undergone a bit of a rebranding. Previously i used the undernightsky moniker to release my ambient black metal, but since that never really got off the ground and i liked the name i am claiming it back to use as an umbrella to release all my solo work. So from now on, if you see anything by ‘undernightsky’ it was made by me and probably just me. I have been trying to think of a name for ages but unfortunately i wasn’t blessed with an awesome name like 'Devin Townsend'. Instead i got 'Michael Alp' and it just doesn’t sound very catchy to me. So 'undernightsky' it is. It also represents the general theme of my music which tends to be a bit dark and a bit gloomy.

And so with that, let me talk a bit more about my new venture. As well as continuing with ‘Five Points Of Articulation’ with Adam. I have put together a few songs on my own which are of a more traditional rock/metal sound. Expect the sort of thing you would have been familiar with in From Great Height but just more Michaelcentric. Heavy guitars lush melodies, the odd synth. My key influnces i suppose would be Jesu, Deftones, Devin Townsend, Smashing Pumkins and bands of that ilk.

 I have posted a link previously to the instrumental of my first single ‘Days Away’. But here it is again regardless.



I have about three to four tracks i am writing and i will release them as they are done until they eventually form an EP of some sorts. But rather than wait until they are all finished i am just going to release them one by one.

On the rant front. I keep seeing a worrying trend appearing on twitter/facebook. It seems more and more bands are having their equipment stolen straight from their van overnight whilst on the road. For any non –musicians reading this. this is quite literally crippling to any band on a small budget (most of them). To lose one piece of equipment is a big deal. To lose it all in one go? I can’t imagine the frustration that causes. The world is in a tough spot at the moment but i wish people would have some decency. Stealing is such a horrible crime. It really bugs me that people feel the need to take other people’s property. Property their victims rely on and have worked hard to earn. Any musician will also know of the sentimental bond you get with your instrument of choice. Even a brand new guitar can’t replace that sentimental value they hold. Stealing of any kind and also this needs to stop now.

Recording tonight so i will post a few pics later. Feel free to come chat with me over on twitter @MikeyUNS the more the merrier as they say. Or if you are more of a facebook(er) ‘Like’ me over at facebook.com/undernightsky

Later on in the week i will blog about me trying to sing and the trouble i have writing lyrics. Until then I shall leave you with a song, and i mighty fine one at that. M

Days Away (Instrumental) ***Vox to follow***

Here is the instrumental to my next track. Recording vocals next week. Just really excited to put this online now.

Hope you enjoy. Leave a comment, let me know what you think. Want more like this? I have a few more i could knock together and EP in this style.

And look for the finished version sometime in the next week or two. I will release it for download then too.

Mikey

From Great Height - Between The Divide (preview)

From Great Height - Disciple

Here is the trailer for FGH's forthcoming EP 'Disciple'. It's going to be a 5-track(er), so a decent sized EP.

We start recording this Thursday. Head on over to www.fromgreatheight.com for more info, news and videos.





Mikey

***NEXT UP***

Good afternoon all,

Just a quick link to my next show. It will again be with the FGH boys. This time we are supporting our good friends in Talanas in preperation for their Bloodstock 2011 appearance. Try to get down early, we are on first followed by the awesome 'Spires' (who i am really looking forward to seeing), with Talanas headlining. This will be their first London show and is not to be missed! (Click the picture below to be taken to the facebook events page)

Heer are some vids for those unfamiliar with the bands.

Proof indeed that his is most definately "Da Metulz". See you there,

MikeyFGH

FGH @ Louder Clouds w/ Laps, Quadrilles and Death By Orchestra.

Hello all,


My band 'From Great Height' are playing in Old Street this coming Friday. It would be great to see some faces down there! (click the picture to be directed to the facebook event page)

It's over at 'Roadtrip Bar' at 243 Old Street, N1. Entry is £6/£4 before 8pm 18+ Only (Might be wise to bring I.D.). Closest tube is Old Street. Below is a map of the location.

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How are you using Facebook these days?

I have a quick question for you all,

I am using Facebook less and less these days for personal social networking and instead using it mainly for maintaining the 'From Great Height Page'.

I have always previously seen Facebook as my main social network and the one i tried to keep private. But now with the addition of twitter (which i love) and Google+ (which i am fast becoming a big fan of) is it time for me to open up my facebook page a bit and use it more as a marketing tool? I have always kept my 'Friends List' strictly people i know or i have had actually contact with' where as twitter is a different mind set.

Am i going about this wrong? If FB is people main outlet for social network maybe i should be using FB more effectively to try and reach my potential fanbase?

I like the idea of holding something back. Having somewhere i can use just to contact friends and family, Google+ will allow me to do both at the same time leading me to think this is going to be my preference from now on. So is it time for to open the gates? What do you think? How are you using Facebook?

MikeyFGH