After six years since the dissolution of Severed Heads, founder Tom Ellard releases “FILM,” a collection of 13 previously unused tracks for film and advertising. Described as “the Magilla Gorilla in the pet shop window,” these re-edited pieces were once part of the exclusive Sevcom Music Server collection but are now available for a broader audience. The album, released on September 4, follows Ellard’s continued musical endeavors and the impending release of the double-LP “Ear Bitten” in 2024.
Given Ellard’s ability to evolve and adapt his work post-Severed Heads, what does this suggest about the role of legacy acts in contemporary music, and how can they balance artistic vision with commercial viability?
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