Whispers of Granite

Artists

Trude Eidtang & Andreas Hack

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About

Whispers of Granite is the exciting new collaboration between Norwegian vocalist and vocal composer Trude Eidtang and German keyboardist and composer Andreas Hack. Their debut album, Liquid Stone, offers a unique fusion of melancholic folk, indie and progressive rock, enriched by Trude’s expressive vocals and Andreas’ atmospheric instrumentation.

Trude Eidtang is renowned for her evocative, haunting voice and deep emotional resonance within the progressive rock genre. She first gained recognition as the lead vocalist of White Willow, later founding her own project, When Mary, where she crafts vocal-driven organic-electronic music that blends art-pop, indie, and conceptual storytelling. With a versatile vocal range that spans from delicate whispers to soaring highs, Eidtang has captivated audiences both in Norway and internationally. Her live performances further showcase her dedication to artistic exploration.

Andreas Hack is a celebrated German composer and keyboardist known for his innovative work in progressive rock. As a founding member of Frequency Drift, Andreas helped shape the band’s distinctive, atmospheric sound. He has also expanded his creative range through projects like Feeling of Presence, which delves into ambient and post rock, and most recently, Haven of Echoes, known for its progressive and evocative sound.
Hack’s intricate compositions and seamless blending of organic and synthetic textures have earned him a reputation as a boundary-pushing artist. His live performances across Europe have captivated audiences, solidifying his place as an established musician within the progressive and experimental music scenes.

The collaboration between Trude and Andreas in Whispers of Granite brings together their individual strengths to create a compelling and immersive musical experience. The project draws influences from folk, indie, and cinematic music, combining melancholic progressive rock with lush, atmospheric textures.
Trude’s vocals are at the heart of the music, intertwining seamlessly with Andreas’ atmospheric keyboard work and intricate guitar arrangements. Together, they craft a sound that balances melancholy and hope, fragility and strength.

Liquid Stone

Lyrics and vocal compositions by Trude Eidtang
Music written, arranged, mixed and produced by Andreas Hack

The album’s title, Liquid Stone, reflects the thematic duality that runs throughout the project. It symbolizes the tension between fluidity and permanence, capturing the transformational shifts Trude explores in her lyrics. The fusion of organic and industrial elements in the music mirrors the interplay between raw human emotion and the rigid structures of the world. Liquid Stone marks a bold step into new musical terrain for Whispers of Granite. Fans of progressive rock, indie, and experimental music alike will find much to love in their music.

Tack list
01 Spirals
02 Hiding in Plain Sight
03 Endlessly
04 Fleet City
05 Ocean Maker
06 One More Reason
07 Age of Seven
08 Silver Green

Trude Eidtang: Vocals & vocal arrangements
Andreas Hack: All instruments
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Guests:
Wolfgang Ostermann: drums
Michael Fischer: bass (6)
Marek Arnold: sax (5)
Paul Sadler: guitar solo (3), (8)

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