The Dear Hunter + Deas Vail + O'Brother August 14, 2011

The Dear Hunter, unbeknownst to many, is a self-contained operation, headed up by songwriter, producer, engineer, multi-instrumentalist, and lead vocalist Casey Crescenzo. With engineering duties behind the boards shared with guitarist Andy Wildrick, this opus was conceived, hashed out, and recorded entirely in the band's studio in Providence, Rhode Island. Having undergone several line-up changes in the past, the band finally cemented its roster during the previous touring cycle, finding permanent and dedicated members in Erick Serna (guitar), Nick Crescenzo (drums), and Nate Patterson (bass). The band pulled out every stop when it came to instrumentation, bringing in musicians to contribute live strings, woodwinds, horns, and even harps.

It is apparent on first listen that the band continues to push their musical limits, stretching out with a new set of sonics, while still maintaining a signature palette which garnered much-deserved attention on albums past.
http://www.thedearhunter.com/

http://www.deasvail.com/

When the music of O'Brother hits your ears, you feel their heaviness like an anchor that pulls you down into the sea. Their sound will encompass your being and drown your soul with sonic waves. In 2009, the band previewed their potential with "The Death of Day" on Favorite Gentlemen Recordings. Now with several more miles under their belts, the song writing has matured with added depth. This Atlanta five-piece are ready to take it the next level by stepping up on the foundation they have laid for years.

In 2010, O'Brother's tour schedule started with a heavy onset of dates that never relented. They transformed into a much tighter live band due to constantly performing. At the end of the year, O'Brother began the writing process for their first full length. Not only has O'Brother grown collectively, but individually as well, both musically and professionally.
http://www.myspace.com/obrothermusic

Official Website: http://www.jamminjava.com/