Revel in the sound
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
It’s a glorious time to be a musician. Gone is the strict adherence to genres and narrow creative lanes, replaced with the realization that performers …
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
It’s a glorious time to be a musician. Gone is the strict adherence to genres and narrow creative lanes, replaced with the realization that performers …
By Lyndsie Kiebert-Carey
Reader Staff
Mt. Joy’s speedy trajectory from its 2016 formation to current-day indie rock notoriety is indicative of how quickly the band’s music has resonated with audiences …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Raised on a heavy diet of G-rated Christian tunes, James Bauscher knew there was “something more out there.” His hunch was confirmed when in fifth …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
When musicians are asked to describe their band’s sound, some answers come to be expected. They might list their influences, maybe some genres they like …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff Writer
Upon the release of its fourth studio album, the band Flying Mammals continues to blaze a trail unlike anything any other band can boast.…
By Cameron Rasmusson
Reader Staff
The Duke Evers Band is on a roll.
Over the past few months, the Seattle-based indie rock trio has tackled frequent tours and the recording …
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