A Steamer, a Cult, and Lauren Ruth Ward’s Debut Album

Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  Lauren Ruth Ward stands in front of a mirror holding up a shimmering disco ensemble. We’re in the Echo’s green room joined by a few people that play in other bands on tonight’s bill, as well as some peripheral friends. It is the first night of Ward’s January residency and the two-piece suit and jacket on … Continue reading A Steamer, a Cult, and Lauren Ruth Ward’s Debut Album

The Crowleys Keep Things Pastel on Colours Change Their Tone EP

Premiered on Grimy Goods.Ā  Psych rock is a fun genre, and The Crowleys know how to make it all their own. Lead singer Cohen Wylie uses his wavering vocals to lead us through kaleidoscopic guitar melodies, starting with the aptly pastel ā€œPink Rainbowsā€; layers of noise eventually snap into clarity with a Blur-like Britpop ditty at the very end. Processed vocals pick up where that … Continue reading The Crowleys Keep Things Pastel on Colours Change Their Tone EP

Married duo The Creachies recently released a quirky bedroom pop self-titled record.Ā ā€œNo It Couldn’t Beā€ is one of the duets, and also one of the more sentimental songs from the LP. Other tracks include the party-til-you-drop anthemĀ ā€œNot Never Andā€ as well as the not-at-all-self-consciousĀ ā€œDo You Think I’m Interesting?ā€ Grab the album on Bandcamp today.Ā  Source: Bandcamp Continue reading

Amen Dunes spins lengthy tales against a backdrop of psych rock sensibilities. He’ll be putting out a new record, Freedom, on 3/30; pre-order. <a href=“http://amendunes.bandcamp.com/album/freedom”>Freedom by Amen Dunes</a> Continue reading

Bannack Breathes New Life into a Ghost Town on Debut LP, Compendium

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  The group takes its name from a ghost town in rural Montana, once connected to civilization only by the Montana Trail during the gold rush. ā€œWe liked the idea of giving new life to a place that was probably otherwise unreferenced in popular culture,ā€ Benny Friedman told The Daily Trojan. The town’s legacy is Bannack Days, where on the third … Continue reading Bannack Breathes New Life into a Ghost Town on Debut LP, Compendium