EARTHBALL are a wild ensemble from Canada, mainly based on Vancouver Island. Their inception was serendipitous, emerging out of necessity when Isabel Ford, John Brennan, and Jeremy Van Wyck needed a name for a gig. What began as a pragmatic solution blossomed into an artistically conceived project. Embracing complete improvisation, free expression and a truly psychedelic sound, the group’s lineup expands for different projects and now features Kellan Maclaughlin on Guitar and Liam Murphy on Saxophone. Each member brings a diverse musical background, having been part of various bands such as Shearing Pinx, Plan Your Future, Kamikaze Nurse, Eschatons and Psychedelic Dirt. Their individual collaborations with artists like Deerhoof, Raven Chacon, Chris Corsano, William Hooker, and others enrich their collective experience, forging a powerful musical force.
EarthBall’s live shows epitomise their commitment to spontaneous composition, offering audiences a unique experience at every performance. Notably, their opening act for the legendary experimental duo Wolf Eyes in August 2023 underscores their standing in the psychedelic music scene. As Earth Ball continues to push the boundaries of improvisation and sonic exploration, they remain a guiding light for those seeking a transcendental musical experience.
In a relatively short span, EarthBall has achieved remarkable milestones. Their first cassette ‘Fruiting Bodies’, released in 2021 under Misophonia Records UK, was followed by the self-released album ‘Go to Earth.’ The creative momentum continued with the digital and cassette release of ‘Have One’ in 2023. EarthBall’s dynamic presence has reverberated across the west coast of Canada, with plans to extend their reach to the east coast and the UK in 2024. Within the last two years EarthBall have released the debut LP ‘It’s Yours’ and a live album entitled ‘Actual Earth Music – Volume 1 & 2’ on Upset The Rhythm. Last winter they return with their best effort yet ‘Outside Over There’!