the monroe transfer are an English post-rock band based in London. Formed in 2001, they are known for making densely orchestrated, melancholic, uplifting instrumental music on a variety of instruments (including ¬タリcello, viola, violin, double bass, electric & acoustic guitars, drums, ukulele, trombone, harmonium, glockenspiel, samples & distorted recordings). Coincidentally, though not necessarily related, the term "Monroe Transfer" is a crude s...
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