On his first solo album, "The Heart Beats A Waltz", this former Royal City drummer debuted his song writing skills to enthusiastic response. It was a spectacular collection of rootsy, heartfelt tunes blistering with desolation and mystery.

On the release of that record, Nathan began performing with his live rock band, The Minotaurs, playing to a sold out room at NXNE as well as touring with the likes of Jim Guthrie and opening for folks like Sarah Harmer and the Arcade Fire. Nathan also staged a performance of the 13 piece group called The Minotaur Orchestra which was recorded by the CBC and released as a limited edition EP. The concert was a bold experiment featuring 12 songs (new songs as well as reconfigured older ones) endowed with shimmering strings and horns.

Learn more about Nathan Lawr at http://www.nathanlawr.com.

Possible influences include: Mark Kozalek, The Band, The Palace Brothers

Previews - Nathan Lawr & the minotaur orchestra

1. Hanging Around - Listen!
2. The Silliest Phrase - Listen!
3. Playing on the Water - Listen!
4. How Long - Listen!
5. Kissing Queens - Listen!
6. That Moment - Listen!
7. We Go Down - Listen!

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Album File Size - MP3 Format - 37.35 MB