Chrome Hoof

Chrome Hoof are an experimental chamber rock orchestra based in London, England. The group was formed in 2000 by Cathedral bassist Leo Smee and his brother Milo Smee. Initially performing as a duo, their music was mostly electronic. Since the start, however, the group have continuously recruited new members playing various instruments. As of 2007, the group had about ten members and instruments such as saxophone, trumpet, bassoon, violin, guitars, bass and drums.

Being a large orchestra, Chrome Hoof's music spans several diverse music genres such as metal, electro, funk, jazz, disco and chamber music. Their music has been described as progressive, futuristic and psychedelic.

Members

 * Leo Smee – bass, vocals, synth', percussion
 * Alex Thomas – drums, percussion
 * Emmett Elvin – keyboards, synth', sampler
 * Andy "Mr. Custard" Gustard – guitar, percussion
 * James Sedwards – guitar
 * Emma Sullivan – trumpet, vocals, keyboard, percussion
 * Chloe Herington – bassoon, saxophone, percussion
 * Sarah Anderson – violin, viola, percussion, backing vocals
 * Shingai Shoniwa – vocals
 * Chan Brown – backing vocals

Albums

 * 2004 – Chrome Hoof
 * 2007 – Pre-Emptive False Rapture
 * 2010 – Crush Depth
 * 2013 – Chrome Black Gold

EPs

 * 2006 – Beyond Zade