Written as almost a chronological window into the mind of Joey Barro, this aptly titled record was created over a period of greater than a year with the collaboration of long time friend, touring companion, and now producer Tim Bluhm (Mother Hips). This unique approach was by no means an accident, as Barro prefers to keep his diary in the form of his songs, keeping fresh records of exactly where he is at each point in his life. Originally meant to be the next record from The Antiques, Barro’s long time band, this departure that was realized through open experimentation became an entirely new project, and thus The Traditionist was born.

Season to Season out March 10th digitally via Better Looking Records and physically right here!
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City Light was started by Seattle singer songwriter Matt Shaw with long time friend and bay area producer Nick Andre, who's releases have featured Gift Of Gab, Lateef, and more. As the project progressed they called upon musician and producer Denver Dalley from Desaparecidos, Statistics, and Intramural and Seattle singer songwriter Andy Fitts from Airport Cathedral and Aqueduct. Together the four of them worked to create one record from three corners of the country that mixed genres of indie-pop, rock , and hip hop. The end result is a dark and unique pop record full of catchy tunes, experimental electronica, and driving beats.
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The Antiques arrived at Scott Solter's studio on a Monday night. The skies offered no lighting and the porch lights, which were few and far between, were the only signs of human inhabitants in the outskirts of Monroe, North Carolina. The air was thick and the simple act of breathing was exhausting. They were surrounded by fields amongst forests, a far cry from the Southern Californian beaches they were used to. Judging by sight alone, the pastoral environment seemed peaceful and the residents of Monroe seemed to live life at a slower pace. However, there was a deafening sound in the air that would have been unbearable, had it not been for such an incredible back-story.

Cicadas out April '09 digitially via Filter US Recordings and physically right here!
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