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Meles Lutra

@meleslutra.bsky.social

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Meles Lutra's music is part celebration of the beauty of nature, & part elegy for what has been lost. Meles Lutra create woodwind-focused folk, with influences including jazz, classical and prog https://meleslutra.bandcamp.com/

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Feb 28

Our album is out! Listen at meleslutra.bandcamp.com/album/meles-... and let us know what you think!

Meles Meles, by Meles Lutra

10 track album

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · 22d

So many acorns around! Something about them makes my heart leap. Which is why I wrote a song about them meleslutra.bandcamp.com/track/oak-tree

Oak Tree, by Meles Lutra

from the album Meles Meles

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · 25d

Back from 10 days in our favourite place, and raring to go. Currently putting the finishing touches to songs about dolphins and mermaids. #IslesOfScilly

Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · 25d

Absolutely!

Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · 25d

I think art, literature and music have a real role to play in encouraging people to rekindle that relationship with nature.

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · 29d

Benny's ready to record his vocals. He's been chipping in with backing vocals while I was recording my part. #HomeStudio #TroubleCat

A naughty white cat sits on top of an acoustic panel in front of a microphone and music stand, ready for stardom

Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Aug 22

Our song, Shaking the Dust, was originally inspired by various examples of the shoddy treatment of friends and strangers who have come and contributed so much to the life, history and culture of the UK. We hope it's a songs which can tell more than one story… meleslutra.bandcamp.com/track/shakin...

Shaking the Dust, by Meles Lutra

from the album Meles Meles

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Aug 1

It's Bandcamp Friday, so a great day to support the independent musicians you love! meleslutra.bandcamp.com/album/meles-...

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Jul 8

I'm really enjoying making art/craft inspired by the songs we're working on. Here's a sneak peak at one I finished at the weekend - it's called In Like A Lion #folkmusic #quilling #lion

An image of a lion's face surrounded by flowers found in the UK in March (daffodils, primroses, blackthorn, snowdrops, three cornered leek, aconite, speedwell, gorse, violets, crocuses, herb robert, red campion, periwinkle and stitchwort). Made out of paper quilling, against a green background.

Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Jun 8

Celebrate #WorldOceansDay with a sea shanty about the perilous Manacles reef in Cornwall. Dive into the melody here: meleslutra.bandcamp.com/track/carn-du

Carn Du, by Meles Lutra

from the album Meles Meles

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · May 29

Just had an amazing weekend at the Sidmouth Jazz & Blues Fest! The seaside town was charming, and the music was phenomenal. Highlights: finally seeing Eric Bibb live, plus Martin Harley and JTQ were incredible. Also loved the educational sessions. #JazzFestival #LiveMusic

Eric Bibb and his band at Sidmouth Jazz and Blues Festival

Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · May 25

The otter, is one of our favourite animals & one of the most joyous sights to be seen in our islands. In this track we try to capture some of their energy and exuberance, the grace with which they move between land and water, and their fun. #WorldOtterDay
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Lutra Lutra, by Meles Lutra

from the album Lutra Lutra

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · May 21

So exciting to get a song back from our mixing magician Paul - really pleased with how this one is shaping up. It's inspired by a Celtic saint and hunt saboteur... I got over-excited and made a linoprint for it as well... #Cornwall #FolkMusic

Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Apr 20

Happy Easter everyone! Now the Green Blade Riseth celebrates the hope of Easter. It's also our first song to feature harp. meleslutra.bandcamp.com/track/now-th...

Now the Green Blade Riseth, by Meles Lutra

from the album Meles Meles

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Apr 18

Thanks to Music For All for including our song Carn Du on their 'Great Voices for All' playlist on Spotify! You can check it out open.spotify.com/playlist/1eC...

Great Voices For All

Playlist · Music For All · 88 items · 284 saves

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Apr 17

It's now a year since I started learning harp. It's wonderful playing an instrument that sounds lovely even when I play the wrong notes. I'm not the only one in the family who loves playing harp! #Cats #MusicalCats #harp #trouble

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Apr 7

Thanks to @rgmmag.bsky.social for interviewing us about our latest album, ranging from our musical history and recording process through to conspiracy theories and disasters performing

RGM INTRODUCING - WE INTERVIEW MELES LUTRA

Hiya Meles Lutra, thanks for joining us in the virtual RGM lounge today. Grab a brew and take a seat. What made you decide that music is a thing for you? Annabelle: I love performing, seeing the…

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Apr 3

Today's #WorldAquaticAnimalDay, so here's a song about a (sadly deceased) porpoise

Porpoise Autopsy, by Meles Lutra

from the album Meles Meles

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Mar 31

Thanks to Dulaxi entertainment for adding our song Carn Du to their Classical/World/Jazz/Roots/International playlist

Classical / World / Jazz/ Roots / International

Playlist · Dulaxi entertainment · 59 items · 18 saves

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Mar 25

Today's #TolkeinReadingDay. We love #LordOfTheRings - in fact, our song The End of the Age was inspired by the Fellowship of the Rings. Its message seems appropriate in these strange and difficult times.

Listen here:

The End of the Age, by Meles Lutra

from the album Lutra Lutra

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Mar 22

Today at 8.30pm people around the world will be marking #EarthHour. Find out how you can join in

Give an Hour for Earth | Earth Hour

On 22 March at 8:30 pm, Give an hour for Earth by spending 60 minutes doing something - anything - positive for our one shared home.

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RGM : REYT GOOD MAGAZINE @rgm.press · Mar 20

🤍REVIEW🤍

"Isn’t background music—it demands your attention..."

@meleslutra.bsky.social have a new album out!!

WE REVIEW THE NEW ALBUM FROM MELES LUTRA – MELES MELES | RGM : REYT GOOD MAGAZINE DISCOVER THE LATEST MUSIC NEWS, REVIEWS, AND INTERVIEWS FROM THE BEST NEW ARTISTS.

DISCOVER THE LATEST MUSIC NEWS, REVIEWS, AND INTERVIEWS FROM THE BEST ARTISTS AROUND THE WORLD. STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE HOTTEST TRENDS AND ARTISTS

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Mar 19

Very happy with @Musikepool's review our album! "Meles Lutra blends intricate woodwind arrangements, evocative vocals, and a deep connection to the natural world, creating a soundscape that celebrates nature while urging us to protect it."

"Meles meles" – A Celebration of Nature in Sound - musikepool

Meles Lutra’s ‘Meles meles’ is a beautifully crafted album that brings the natural world into sharp focus through music. The Cornish duo,Read More ›

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Mar 12

In the studio today recording this beauty for a spring-themed song #MusicianSky #FolkMusic

Harmoniflute - a concertina-style instrument with a small keyboard

Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Mar 7

It's #BandcampFriday! Grab our latest album, Meles Meles, today. Every purchase on Bandcamp today directly benefits the artists and labels you love. It's a fantastic way to support your favourite musicians at no extra cost. You know you want to! #SupportArtists buff.ly/YrJMOmk

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Meles Lutra @meleslutra.bsky.social · Mar 6

Delighted with @rgmmag.bsky.social review of our album. "A rich, sprawling tapestry of folk, jazz, and classical influences—one of those rare records that manages to feel both timeless and boundary-pushing" "It’s ambitious, immersive, and just the right amount of strange." Thank you!

WE REVIEW THE NEW ALBUM FROM MELES LUTRA - MELES MELES

Meles Lutra’s sophomore album, Meles Meles, is a rich, sprawling tapestry of folk, jazz, and classical influences—one of those rare records that manages to feel both timeless and boundary-pushing.…

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