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... as far as rock/metal music taking fervent strides towards originality and creativity go, Karalta are clearly one step ahead of some of their peers. Like bands such as Incubus, Sikth, Aconite Thrill and of course the Godfather's of all things insane, Faith No More, they are not afraid to try out different things and for the most part, successfully pull it off in the process!
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... Jazz, funk, rock, metal... it's all apparent on 'Another', and a testament to the band's skill that they're able to cram these various styles into a series of sub-five minute songs. Bands who defy classification tend to be far more exciting than those who stick to the narrow confines of their chosen genre, and Karalta are no exception....
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A groovy, grinding vibe hits us as Karalta start their set. Some very deep bass is accompanied by a tingling, echoey guitar and some rattling, distant sounding drum beats. The band pile on the pressure suddenly, with a clear slapping bass and thick chords - it's just a little bit reminiscent of Korn actually. The vocal delivers a smooth melody. The band make extensive use of light and shade and are not afraid to explore every avenue with their jazz metal noodling sitting on top of the satisfying, wholesome undercurrent. It's a spectacular, intriguing metal blend that is very easy to get into - and they do all this numbering only three - clever buggers!
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ANOTHER is an album that takes today's rock sound and adds in a few twists and turns of its own, marking Karalta out as one of those bands to watch with much interest in the coming months.
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There's not been much news for a while, but don't worry we're still here, still working away, and should have some more gigs for you soon... so watch this space!

Karalta will be playing at the Hobbit on halloween, it'll be fancy dress so no doubt the boys will be busy preparing their outfits... one not to be missed!

Due to circumstances beyond our control Karalta will no longer be playing at the hobbit this Saturday. Sorry for any inconvenience. We're hoping to announce more gig dates soon, so watch this space!

Thanks to everyone who came to see us at the hobbit on saturday, it was great to be fully electric after our recent acoustic shows! Next show is the Joiners on the 14th, hope to see you all there!

Obviously the karalta website has changed quite a bit. everything's here on one page so you can listen to the tunes as you browse. We hope you like it! If you notice any bugs or mistakes please let me know (email: luke@karalta.com) thanks!

Karalta in fancy dress!... more details to follow.

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supporting Intraverse

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supporting Primitai (http://www.primitai.com) with Typheous (http://www.myspace.com/typheousband), Black Fire Well (http://www.myspace.com/blackfirewell). Karalta will be on stage at 8:45pm, tickets are £5 in advance or £6 on the door.

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karalta are supporting Zhain (www.myspace.com/zhain), with Hellcyon (www.myspace.com/hellcyon)

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Access Fest is a free festival in Mayflower park. Karalta will be appearing on the acoustic stage

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Karalta is a three piece band that fuses together metal, jazz, rock and funk creating their own unique sound. The centre of this sound comes from the combination of a six string bass, a seven string guitar and a wide range of musical influences such as jazz musician Charlie Hunter and bands like Pulse Ultra, Finch and Incubus.

Originally formed in 2003, karalta was the brainchild of long time friends Scott Walker and Luke Ince who had the concept of bringing together the interesting musical sounds of jazz with the power of detuned rock and metal. The pair recorded some initial demos which lead to them finding a drummer, Jake Flood, and getting headlining show slots at local touring venues such as ‘The Joiners’ in Southampton.

Within a few months of the line up being completed, the band decided to record the first body of songs which became their nine track album entitled ‘Another’. This album was released in August 2005 to favourable reviews. The band played numerous live shows in support of this release sharing stages with bands like Johnny Panic, Toupe, 209 and Inner Mantra.

In 2006 the band began recording their follow up EP ‘Shining from Shadows’, which was released over the internet at the beginning of 2008. The band is currently supporting this release and playing live shows across the South of England.

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I first began playing music when I was seven (having piano lessons for about a year and a half) but it wasn't until I was 15 that I first picked up a guitar (or rather ordered myself a left handed guitar). I spent my teenage years in Cornwall where I joined a couple of bands through college, inspired by local bands such as Rootjuice, Goon Town and The Turkeys. I played my first gig in 1996 at the Blue Anchor in Fraddon. Later that year I moved to Southampton (to go to university) and after two years away from the band environment I co-founded the funk, rock outfit known as 'Azwethinkweiz'. During the life of the band we played numerous gigs around the Southampton/Basingstoke/Reading area and reached the quarter finals of the national Budweiser Battle of the Bands Competition. In 2000 Azwethinkweiz disbanded and I began learning to sing, play the drums and also to play the bass. Soon after Counterpoint was formed with three members of Azwethinkweiz and two new members (Greg Schaper (now in Moral Lowground) and singer Christian Stoner). This band was kind of unique as it incorporated two bass players and one guitar player. We played a number of gigs around the local area as well as playing in the 2002 Emergenza battle of the bands competition, reaching the area finals. This allowed us to play at some nice local venues such as The Brook in Southampton and The Wedgewood Rooms in Portsmouth (both to capacity crowds). Counterpoint disbanded in 2003 and Karalta was formed soon after with me taking on lead vocal duties for the first time. I am still actively playing four instruments and frequently play at open mic nights around the area.

scott@karalta.com

I got my first guitar for my 13th birthday, but didn’t really take it seriously until I was 16 and trying to relieve the boredom of living on the Isle of Wight. At 17 I joined my first real band, unfortunately the bass player had to go, so I took over bass duties… and then discovered the Red Hot Chili Peppers… strangely my next few bands sounded rather similar to them.

luke@karalta.com

Started playing drums at twelve and now after a nine month break from playing live I been discovered by Karalta, a band spookily pre-tailored to my personal style, taste and attitude. Behind me are four years of 'this is prologue', four years of 'outinside', a short spell with 'blacknielson' and various jams and sessions (including a session for Earthtone9). I have previously supported Cave in, Hundred Reasons, Sparta, Wilt, Kids near water, This girl, Minus, Cradle of filth, Anathema, One minute silence, Earthtone9, Pist on and Stamping ground. Influences include Primus, Deftones, incubus and tool.

jake@karalta.com

where are the photos from Halloween at the hobbit

hey dudes site is cool BUT what happened to the flight of the bumble video clip i want it back boooooooooooo

Hey!!!
i hope you guys realise that i couldnt get to sleep the other night cos your song was in my head!!!
its just too good dammit!

Love the new site!

Hey Scott...love the site!! Sexy pics!! ;)

so bleeding proud

woo lovely new site, love the photos too...looking good!

Hey! I saw you guys at the joiners ages ago when my mates band played there and thought you were great! Just had the email about your itunes...had forgotten how good you were! Will be keeping my eye out for your next gig! Lx

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