Slede, Zivé Slede

Thanks to its one-of-a-kind instrumentation, Slede, Zivé Slede quickly developed a highly personal sound among the hyperactive experimental rock scene in the Czech Republic. The trio of guitar, double bass, and bassoon blends elements of medieval festive tunes with art rock complexities and avant-garde dissonances. Their ties with Czech artists like Iva Bittová and Rale remain obvious, but the group also shows similarities with medieval prog rockers Gryphon and chamber rock/Rock in Opposition outfits Art Zoyd and Univers Zero (with an extra folkloric touch and a sense of humor...