Knifeworld

Knifeworld is a UK group led by Kavus Torabi, also known for work with Cardiacs, The Monsoon Bassoon and Guapo. The project begins in 2009 and remains active.

Style and membership

The group works across avant-garde, heavy metal, progressive rock and psychedelic rock. Its line-up centres on Torabi, with recordings also featuring a number of guest musicians. These include Ben Jacobs of Max Tundra on trumpet, Melanie Woods of Sidi Bou Said and Cardiacs on vocals, Katharine Blake of Miranda Sex Garden and Mediæval Bæbes on recorders, Sarah Measures of The Monsoon Bassoon and Mothlite on horns and flute, and Khyam Allami on drums.

Releases

Knifeworld’s first single is Pissed Up On Brake Fluid, released by Believers Roast in 2009. Torabi describes it as the closest he has come to writing a straightforward rock song. Its B-side, Happy Half-life, Dear Friend, is more experimental and strongly psychedelic.

The debut album, Buried Alone: Tales Of Crushing Defeat, is a wide-ranging psychedelic release that brings together pop, heavy rock, hardcore, avant-progressive and folk influences.