Spirits and the Melchizedek Children is a psychedelic shoegaze band from Atlanta, GA. They have been described by The A.V. Club as the "Southern Sigur Rós."A.V. Club Stream the haunting new album by Spirits And The Melchizedek Children Feb 24, 2014
History Spirits and the Melchizedek Children began as the solo acoustic project of Atlanta-based singer-songwriter Jason Elliott. The band went through many iterations before settling on its current lineup.Creative Loafing Spirits and the Melchizedek Children's slow and steady ascent Feb 25, 2014 Their first album, We Are Here to Save You! was recorded by Ed Rawls (Black Lips, Those Darlins, DeerhunterEd Rawls on Discogs) at The Living Room Recording in Atlanta.Creative Loafing Spirits ride a pale horse May 6, 2011 Their latest album, So Happy, It's Sad was recorded with Ben Price (OutKast, The Hives, Little TybeeThe Owl Mag LISTENING PARTY: Little Tybee April 9, 2013 ) at Studilaroche in Decatur, GA.Fort Wayne Reader The Kids Are All Right: Spirits and the Melchizedek Children October 4, 2014 The band's music explores themes of alchemy, mystery and the occult.Atlanta Retro Kool Kat of the Week: They’re All About You: Getting Happy, Sad and Metaphysical with Jason Elliott of Spirits and the Melchizedek Children on the Release of Their New LP and Tour - September 25, 2014
Members Current Members Jason Elliott — vocals, guitar Bryan Fielden — drums Nathan Sadler — bass
Former Members Andrew Burnes Chris Case Darren Harrison Craig Henderson Joe McNeill Ryan Odom
Discography 2011 - We Are Here to Save You! Released: May 22, 2011
2012 - Look! - Single Released: Aug 04, 2012
2013 - Song Bird's Grave / Oscines (Magicicada Remix) - Single Released: Nov 09, 2013
2014 - So Happy, It's Sad Released: Mar 04, 2014
References
External links Official Site Fallen Arrows label website