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Melynda Jackson

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Melynda Jackson
GenresBlack and doom influenced experimental metal
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Guitar, Vocals
Years active1995–present
LabelsSeventh Rule Recordings, The Flenser and Battleground Records

Melynda Jackson is an American guitarist recognized for her work in SubArachnoid Space (1996-2010) and her current project, Eight Bells (2010–present).[1][2] She is known as an experimental musician using effects to create emotive and bleakly atmospheric soundscapes.[3][4] She credits a range of influences including '70s prog and krautrock (Genesis, Popol Vuh, Magma), ambient and minimalist composers (Brian Eno, Steve Reich), and progressive black and death metal (Enslaved, Ulver, Death, Gorguts).[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Interview: Eight Bells Frontwoman Melynda Jackson Discusses Her Writing Process, Fuzz Pedals and More". guitarworld.com. Retrieved 24 March 2013.
  2. ^ "Melynda Jackson Talks About New Band Eight Bells". metalassault.com. Retrieved 24 March 2013.
  3. ^ Schmahl, Doc (May 15, 2013). "Interview: Eight Bells' Melynda Jackson". Invisible Oranges. Archived from the original on February 9, 2015. Retrieved May 24, 2013.
  4. ^ "Album Review: Eight Bells – 'Landless'". New Noise Magazine. Retrieved 5 June 2016.
  5. ^ "EIGHT BELLS - Landless". curranreynolds.blogspot.com. Retrieved 5 June 2016.