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The Magnetic North is Erland Cooper, Hannah Peel & Simon Tong. The Magnetic Norths 2013 acclaimed album Orkney-Symphony was a soundtrack and homage to the landscape and folklore of the Orkney Islands, home to the bands singer, Erland Cooper.
Their follow-up album is a collection of songs and music based around the town of Skelmersdale in Lancashire. Inspired by works such as Ken Loachs Kes and Ted Hughes Remains of Elmet Prospect Of Skelmersdale is a musical reflection of the town, its past and its continually developing present. It draws on childhood memories, the urban landscape and the lives of its inhabitants, uncovering the beauty, magic and mythology that can be found in the most unexpected places.
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