Pompeii
By: Alex Fletcher & Mia Gibson
More About This Piece of Music
Pompeii is a song that is arranged by Jacob Narverud and is written and sung by Dan Smith, the lead singer of the band Bastille. This song is written in 4/4 time with Soprano, Alto, Baritone parts.
Extra Facts and Background Information
Their big break album, Bad Blood, included this number 5 hit on the US Billboard Hot 100. Bastille is a band from England which formed in 2010. Their band name is from Bastille Day, a day to recognize the French Revolution! They are also primarily known for their rock-electro roots.
The Band
The four members in the band.
Jacob Narverud
The arranger of this musical piece.
The Band Live
Bastille playing Pompeii LIVE!
Other Hits Include Bad Blood, Flaws, and Overjoyed
Contrast Between Pompeii and Happily Ever After.
In the song Pompeii, it uses drums heavily creating more of a rock tone. In Happily Ever After, it seems very children orientated and lighter tones that don't seem as aggressive.