Their sound was not a pastiche, but a profound and resonant synthesis.
When they achieved true, incandescent lift-off with 2023’s magnificent ‘Lemon Lights’ (_Mt. St. Mtn.), the band transcended influence, striking upon shimmering soundscapes that were utterly and irrevocably their own—a rare and precious singularity.
“I listened to so many albums front to back not because I had such great patience but because I was stuck in traffic! And having that focused listening time was profoundly valuable to me.” – Matt Kivel
“I listened to so many albums front to back not because I had such great patience but because I was stuck in traffic! And having that focused listening time was profoundly valuable to me.” – Matt Kivel
Matthew Caws of Nada Surf is a vinyl enthusiast. When the band performed in Columbus, Ohio earlier this year, I gave Matthew a personal tour of many of the Columbus record stores. Travel along and see what he picked up.
Matthew Caws of Nada Surf is a vinyl enthusiast. When the band performed in Columbus, Ohio earlier this year, I gave Matthew a personal tour of many of the Columbus record stores. Travel along and see what he picked up.
