FATHERS & SUNS TALK ABOUT NEW MUSIC, NEW BAND MEMBERS AND THE POWER OF THE NUMBER THREE

Live Rock Gig) You released three new songs back on June 16th. Can you tell us about those three songs and the strategy of releasing three tracks at a time?

Arturo Bandini) It sparked from the idea of simply sharing a song we each wrote (Arturo, Jesus and Luis). We agreed on just focusing on 3 at a time, that way there is no pressure of dealing with a whole album at once. In a way the concept of the album is to just do 3 songs at a time.

Benjamin Chadwick) I don't know if it's a strategy. I presume we are letting new ideas be heard in advance, in order to maintain interest among fans. The album is not complete and we get to hear feedback from the people who are looking forward to our complete release. It may even help sway which songs ultimately appear in the completed collection. Okay...maybe that is a strategy...

Luis Renteria) Much like our band name. I feel "3ness" implies a sense of spirituality. I don't know. At the time the concept was being thrown around, there were only three members in Fathers & Suns. Gabotron, who'll be directing all the artwork for the supposed vinyl release let me in on a lot of the concepts he's been absorbed in, which coincidentally are triangular in thought, and he'll be expressing this in his art. I'm really stoked on what he's done so far. So, as it goes, there will be 3 parts to "tRy", so to speak...tRy 1/3, tRy 2/3 tRy 3/3.

LRG) Can you tell us when we can expect the next three songs and when the complete album will be released?

AB) We haven't had much time in the studio to track the follow up but we are not over thinking things so it should get done fast next time we are in, I'm guessing late September.

BC) The next three songs are close to being released. I'm the new guy, so I don't have all the secrets. But as soon as I find out, I'll let you know..But you will probably find out before me!

LR) We've got a couple in the can but I'm not sure if those songs will be in the next batch of songs. It has been such a weird time for the band. We've all been really focused on our day jobs and trying to make sure we're happy with the financial side of our lives. Also, for the most part, we've needed a break from the band, from each other, perhaps. We've been spending more time together recently and luckily, we have a really great sounding studio and really do work fast once the ideas start flowing.

LRG) What format will the new record be available?

AB) Digital for sure, and there is the idea of pressing it on vinyl or cassette but for now for sure digital.

BC) We're toying with the idea of releasing these songs in bold print. Really dark like the future.

LR) I definitely want to do vinyl. Gabotron art in 12 inches, muy bueno!

LRG) Can you tell us the meaning of the new album "tRy"?

AB) I'm afraid that I can't put it into words.

BC) I suppose it's open to interpretation. I've decided to me it means, "don't give up."

LR) Initially, word play for Tri. But tRy really gives it much more meaning, doesn't it?

LRG) Where are you recording the new tracks and who produced the record?

AB) We are recording it ourselves at the little studio we like to call FatSun Studio. Luis is taking the lead on producing, recording, mixing and mastering.

BC) We've been recording in our rehearsal space. Ideas seem to flow freely there. From my perspective, it's all new, but I feel as though it's a good atmosphere for everyone. Arturo and Jesus are a great team and probably could come up with interesting melodies and songs, anywhere they went.

LR) I used to record a bunch of death metal bands about 10 years ago on the east side of Long Beach. After that experience, I hated anything to do with production. Recently I got the bug again. It's been a lot of fun. A lot of learning...continual learning.

LRG) Tell us about the newest member of the band.

AB) Luis has known Benny for many years and we've played alongside his other band New Maximum Donkey several times and we've gotten to know him well. I actually recall seeing him a few years ago perform with Luis and he was on keys and I asked if he wanted to join the band, he turned me down in the nicest way possible, but all is good, he's with us now and he's been great, Extremely talented, get's along with everyone, Benny is great!

BC) What do you really want to know..I mean he's a real nice guy...'
That's usually what comes out of one musicians mouth to another, when they're trying to tell you that someone is a lousy musician. "How's Steve as a guitar player?"
"Oh, he's a really nice guy..."

LR) Benny's a really nice guy.

LRG) Since your lineup has changed a little has your songwriting changed from past recordings?

AB) I don't think so, it seems we still have the same approach. Luis has been experimenting on drum machines and stuff but I don't believe that had to do with the lineup.

BC) I think it's safe to say my influence on songwriting thus far, is very minimal. For me personally, the idea is to stay out of the way. I try to keep things as simple as possible unless the song calls for something more. I just want to be part of the solution, you know?

LR) Different from the "Mama Provides," our first album, was written. We rehearsed a lot back then. We enjoyed the wafting breeze that came through Arturo's apartment at The Chestnut House. However, it is pretty much inline with the way we wrote "&"...half idea, or fully formed ideas come in, then a song is churned out. Recently, I was playing with the drum machine and Arturo just kicked in with some chords and a fully formed vocal melody. It's very Kid A ish. Can't wait to get that one complete.

LRG) You recently won the battle of the bands in Costa Mesa; Did that help spark or fund any new projects?

AB) It helped us pay our studio rent that funds our album and everything else we do as a band in that space. It was a blessing.

BC) It helped fuel my addiction to gasoline! I just can't stay away from that stuff! My family tried to host an intervention, but I never showed up because I was at a gas station spending my winnings!

LR) Yes, typically any money we make goes to rent and gas. We've been really lucky. I can only remember once, maybe twice, that we've had to pay for gear, or studio rent, out of pocket. A blessing indeed.

LRG) Can you tell us about any new shows or appearances in the near future?

AB) Nothing booked now, just focused on recording these new tunes.

BC) Maybe...

LR) We love Wade and The Prospector. I'm sure each time we release a batch of songs, we'll have a little get together with our friends there, Hopefully when the vinyl is pressed, we'll bug Rand, yet again, and he'll let us play at Fingerprints at the end of the year.

LRG) Where can people buy your new songs?

AB) Our website at www.fathersandsuns.com
That is best, it directly supports us.

BC) I don't know, but if someone tells you, can you tell me?!

LR) You can also stream it there. tRy before you buy! ;)

INTERVIEW: FATHERS & SUNS TALK ABOUT THEIR NEW ALBUM "&" DUE SEPTEMBER 9TH

The Long Beach quartet Fathers & Suns recently announced the release date of the follow up to their acclaimed 2012 debut album "Mama Provides." Their new album titled "&" (pronounced "Ampersand") is set to be released on September 9th. We had a great pleasure of interviewing the band about all the details of the new album as well as their new single "The End is the Beginning" which drops July 7th.  

(Live Rock Gig) Your new album is titled "&" (pronounced "Ampersand"). Can you tell us a little about where the title came from? Does it have any kind of a special meaning for you guys? 

Arturo (guitar, lead vocals): Early on, when we deciding on a band name, it boiled down to just "Fathers And Suns" or "Fathers & Suns." We all were obviously, in the end, more attracted to the ampersand as a part to our name. Now it is, in my eyes, the correct way to write our band's name. As we were halfway through recording this album without an album name, it just came to me. I thought it would help to finally make a sort of statement with "&". It is, after all, the correct way to write our band's name and we have dealt with many friends and fans still spelling it as "Fathers And Suns." I hope it simply sheds some light on this subject. Jay was the first one that I told about the album title, he really dug it, so them I started to share with Luis and Jesus. The more I learn about history and the meaning of the logogram "&" and its usage, the more it brings a special meaning to me. Did you know that in film and credits for stories, screen plays etc., it indicates a closer collaboration than "and"?

Luis (drums): I just saw the album art placeholder that Jay put up on our private Bandcamp page, where he's been uploading our current mixes, and I just fell in love with the simplicity of it - a black fancy ampersand, on a white background.

Jesus (guitar, lead vocals): To me, the significance of "&" is the constant evolution and the change that brings us together.

Jay (bass, vocals): Most obviously, the ampersand solidifies the stylization of our band's name, with the "&" rather than with "and." I think it's up to every individual to make sense of what it means to be them, as the ampersand also carries the undercurrents of our band's music, lyrics, ideas and intentions with itself. I like the idea that since the symbol represents the word "and", for this record, it also signifies inclusiveness and openness. Openness to the world, to alternative ideas, to always seeking and striving to grow and be better.

The first single from the album "The End is the Beginning" is being released on July 7th. Can you tell us a little about the song and what made you guys choose it as the lead single?

Arturo: I enjoy playing the song and always see positive reactions when we play it. It's the first song Jesus and I wrote together. It has become a favorite for many of my friends and so it just was a natural for it to be first on the list when we thought of releasing it as a single.

Jay: The song just has a very spiritual feel that makes it pretty epic. It's a highlight of the Jesus-Arturo chemistry: the unison vocals, the interlocking guitar parts. It puts you in a trance and it's such a beautiful piece of music, yet so simple. I think it's a great first representation, sonically and lyrically, of what people should expect from this album.

Luis: I think this is the first song I heard the guys perform, when I was thinking of joining the band (Program Love). I thought it was so cute, sitting at The Ultramegazone indie book store, oh so many years ago, listening to the Art and Jesus' dynamic. Yes, a simple, but effective song. And, lyrically, it beckons the "don't be scared of change" theme I felt at the time, whenever I hung out at the Chestnut House with those guys.

Jesus: As the title says, "The End is the Beginning" is just the point where the ultimate truth of the end will ultimately reveal a true beginning into something mysteriously beautiful and frightening.

You have also announced that a second single called "The Beat" will be released on August 8th, about a month before the album is released. What was the thought process behind releasing two singles before the album drops? Is it to build a steady buzz? We've noticed that many bands have been having a lot of success with this release pattern lately.

Jesus: When it comes to other bands and their methods of accumulating their successes, we're not really focused on the patterns of what makes someone else successful. We're genuinely trying to improve and commit ourselves to the love of the craft.

Jay: As Jesus said, I don't think we paid particular attention to any pattern. The play on numbers just came out of thin air. There was talk to release two singles and we voted and decided on these two. Given that we have about three months before the album release, we figured we'll release one single a month for the first two months and then the complete album.

Arturo: I guess it was about creating a buzz, I like the idea that you can send singles out into the world and give people a taste for what is cooking.

Luis: At the time we decided to release the singles, I was enthralled with the way way Lana Del Rey had been releasing her singles. So, I was pushing quite a bit. It wasn't calculated, per se. But, I did want to create the same kind of excitement I was feeling, in anticipation to her "Ultraviolence" album.

In our last interview we talked a little about the evolution of the band's sound since your first album. Now that the new album "&" is just about finished can you tell us a little more about how the sound has evolved?

Arturo: The album is not 100% finished. New guitars, amps and recording equipment has really helped our sound evolve.

Jesus: In general, most artists don't want to be condemned to their past works, but embrace the faults and successes of our previous record. So we build upon it to further develop the fundamental layers and grow from our past experiences.

Luis: Something we didn't touch on before, either, is acquiring our rehearsal space (Fat Sun Studio). When we put together the songs for the last album, we were at the Chestnut House trying to be quiet for the neighbors - bongos and acoustic guitars, mostly. Now with our own rehearsal space, we can rock out quite a bit. That's definitely had an effect on the feel of the songs. Also, the album is a bit darker, musically and lyrically. I think it's important to acknowledge that side of life; hopefully we're not dwelling.

Jay: Rather than just focusing on the sound evolution, I think it's worth mentioning that we have become an even tighter, better-communicating and more cohesive unit. To me, that's the evolution taking place. Yes, the sound is definitely evolving due to the aforementioned reasons as well, but the true evolving lies in how the individuals, their present psychological, emotional and spiritual states, and their instruments all come together to become the sound of Fathers & Suns.

We know that you have been playing several songs from the new record at your live shows. How have the fans been reacting to the new songs? Do you guys have a favorite song from the new album that you like to play?

Arturo: Reactions to our new songs have been positive, I've had several people come to me after shows and ask for song titles as they sing the melodies to them. It seems they are catching on. Nothing but positive reactions, no tomatoes on stage. I really enjoy playing "Don't Let Me Slide."

Jesus: Well, the audiences are certainly not throwing bottles or tomatoes, they enjoy the songs and remember them and sing along. My favorite song to play is "The Beat". It's still pretty fresh to the audience and I love to play it 'cause I always wanna dance to it. It livens me up and then I don't wanna stop.

Luis: When we premiered "Abstract Bear" at the inaugural night for The Getdown at the Federal Bar in Long Beach, the crowd had a genuine reaction to it. 

That song is my favorite to play, for sure. It's weird, it's quirky, it's dark. People have been requesting "Shimmering On" quite a bit, too.

On what formats will the new album be released? Where will the album be available?

Arturo: Digital and CD. There is talk of doing a vinyl too, but we have yet to see if we can cost it out according to our budget.

Jay: The album will mainly be available through our website, http://fathersandsuns.com/, and also several independent music stores, namely Fingerprints. As far as a vinyl release, we will have to decide whether the vinyl version will contain all the songs, because as is, the album will have to be pressed on two separate vinyls because of logistical issues, such as play time and a higher fidelity. That's aside from having to re-master it separately and specifically for the physical restrictions of vinyl. And since it's all a little more complicated, it'll likely take longer to see "&" on vinyl.

Luis: We're also pressing skin-implantable RFID versions, for the lull before The Kurzweilian Singularity.

What are you plans after the album is released? Any more thought given to a local record release party or a tour?

Jay: There is already something in the works for a local record release, but we cannot share any details yet. But we will make an announcement once it's finalized.

Jesus: There are no plans for a tour, however we're open to the possibility of it.

Luis: We've talked about doing a local record store "tour" and possibly doing some local book shops, in and around: Long Beach, L.A., the Inland Empire and Ventura County, perhaps.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH FATHERS & SUNS

The Long Beach-based band Fathers & Suns is on a roll. After releasing their critically acclaimed debut album "Mama Provides" they went on to win last year's Buskerfest with an unforgettable live performance. Now they find themselves with an ever increasing fanbase that is eagerly awaiting their next record. We had a chance to talk to them about the past, present and future of the band.

Can you tell us how the band came together?

Arturo Bandini (guitar, lead vocals): "Luis, Jesus and I played together for a few years in a band called Program Love. Jay auditioned as a bassist right as he moved to Long Beach and joined the band. Several months later, we decided to start Fathers & Suns. We are long-lost brothers."

Jay Penev (bass, vocals): "We off-shot from Program Love and branched out as a new band to pursue a different direction and a different sound."

Jesus Lara (guitar, lead vocals): "And we always wanted to play in a cumbia band."

Jay: "I guess we haven't gotten there yet. [laughs]" 

Luis Renteria (drums): "I grew up in East LA, Arturo is from a place near the Grapevine, Jesus was born and raised in Long Beach and Jay is from Europe by way of Portland, Oregon."

The music that you guys create is so unique. Can you tell us a little about the band's influences?

Jesus: "Well a good amount of influences for me would be a lot of oldies, Bob Dylan, The Talking Heads. The former two are very influential for me. Obviously, The Beatles, too. They were pretty easy to catch up to [meaning, to learn all the songs]."

Bandini: "I grew up with a lot of oldies, 50s and 60s rock 'n roll, and jazz has really changed my life but I'm also influenced by a lot of authors, such as Alan Watts, Jack Kerouac and Lao Tzu. Authors, writers, free thinkers, whatever you want to call them."

Jay: "The beautiful thing about this band is that our main individual influences are so far apart from each other stylistically, yet there are many points of overlapping in terms of the artistic intention. For example, we could be mashing African rhythms and The Everly Brothers with reggae and the occasional odd meter all within the same song. But we never really spend time to hyper-analyze what we're blending and why. It just works and we keep going. When we write, we just respond to each other and write parts that resonate with us, individually and collectively. And since we're very open in our writing style, we give creative feedback to each other and so, the resulting sound is a cohesive collaborative collage. Now, there's an alliteration."    

Luis: "Lots of caffeine, my personal favorite, spicy Micheladas, and of course, great music. In the beginning, I always described our sound as Fleet Foxes meets The Flaming Lips. From the days of Program Love, I took pride in being the softest band at the party, but as of late, I'm taking pride in being the loudest. My drumming is mostly influenced by Lars Ulrich (seriously) and Ringo. I like the idea of playing with the music and finding that soul in between them notes. Math and technicality try to describe an object. But, they ain't the object. Also, Alan Watts died of liver disease. I respect that." 

Where does the inspiration for your songs come from? Are they autobiographical? Do you tend to write songs fast or is it a process?

Bandini: "I can't tell you exactly where they come from. It's just from inspiration itself. The songs are not exactly autobiographical, some are and some aren't. Some will happen really fast and some are definitely a process."

Jay: "We definitely run everything through the Fathers & Suns arrangement machine, but it's mostly Jesus and Arturo that write the skeleton of the songs. They bring them in and we each add our own twist and flavor to them." 

Jesus: "Most of them are semi-autobiographical, but a lot of them have surreal dream characteristics and themes."

Luis: "We also credit our songs as written by "Fathers & Suns." Like Jay said, the songs are run through the F&S arrangement machine. I'd shudder to think of what the songs would sound like with even just one of us not putting in a little input as to where a melody, or arrangement should go. However, Jesus just brought in a song I ended up code-naming . . . well, "Code." When we heard the main guitar melody, we all looked at each other, pulled out the iPhone recorder and jammed it. That impromptu arrangement, that jam, is what we ended up keeping and recording on the new record. No F&S machine there. Just pure inspiration."

 

We really love your first record "Mama Provides." Can you tell us a little about how you came up with the title?

Bandini: "After sitting down thinking about our name and band members and realizing how masculine it all was, I wanted to also represent a feminine side to our debut and I saw a Facebook post that said "Mama Provides" and I asked the guys about naming the album that. So we did and it became an homage to our mothers…"

Jay: "…and everything maternal. Loving, nurturing and all. I also saw it as a nod to the environment and Mother Earth."

Luis: "Since the very beginning, I've always felt that we needed a female presence in the band. I actually asked some female musician friends of ours to jam, and possibly join. Nothing ever panned out. I do remember asking Lisa Narinian (Panther Heart) at the time. She declined with, "But you're my favorite Long Beach boy band." So, when Arturo introduced the concept, I thought it a no brainer. A little ying for that yang? Yes, please."

Tell us about the experience of winning last year's Buskerfest.

Jay: "That was an amazing experience! When we got on stage, a switch flipped. It no longer mattered that there was a prize to be won. The crowd had grown immensely and all that mattered anymore was rocking that hell out of all these people. Wooden nickels flew everywhere and dance circles erupted. It was spontaneous and I felt so alive  and overwhelmed at the same time. It was very surreal how it all happened in a flash. I just remember surrendering to the moment. With Buskerfest, even though we had been a band for almost two years at that point, I feel that we officially introduced our musical presence in Long Beach."

Luis: "There was a lot of love being projected at us. Gosh, that was so nice! I remember really feeling it when the crowd was singing along to the refrain, "Well you're here and that's alright with me," during the song "It's A Change." And, also when they were humming along to the vocal intro of "Realize (Real Eyes)." Wow!"

We shot the video below at last year's Buskerfest.

You mentioned at your recent show that the new album is 2/3 complete. Do you have a title or has a release date been set?

Jay: "Currently, we are still focused on completing the recording process. Afterwards, we'll begin mixing and then, spending time on the sequencing and final selection of the songs. Then, artwork, formats (CD, LP, digital) and packaging."

Bandini: "There are some titles/concepts in the air but nothing settled yet."

Luis: "I'm actually all done with my drum tracks. I got my feets kicked up and I'm enjoying the mixes Jay is sending us. We're shooting for a June release date."

How do you feel like your sound has evolved since "Mama Provides?"

Luis: A lot of the songs from "Mama Provides" were Program Love songs. There was definitely more of a folkie vibe to those songs. The evolution started when Jay joined the band, actually. A lot of the songs on "Mama" we're molded into rock songs, with a certain reluctance. As we supported "Mama," a lot of the reluctancy started fading away. We once, very briefly, discussed, early on in the tracking process for the new album, if we should pay any mind to sounding like "Fathers & Suns." I think we shrugged and I continued tracking a real crazy song called "On The One." The drums sound as if Rick Rubin produced them.  

Bandini: "My approach to writing/playing music hasn't' changed at all. I would say our music has evolved through all the better recording gear and new instruments we've been using."

Jay: "I remember the moment Luis was describing. I always strive for a balance, so I wanted to make sure we were all on-board with the new sound. The preamps we are using for the new record definitely give everything a big, impactful sound. We concern ourselves only with whether the sound and the songs resonate with us and are a true artistic and musical representation of who we are collectively at the moment.

You guys have been playing a cover of the Talking Heads song "This Must Be the Place" at your live shows? Are you guys big fans of the Talking Heads? Will this track be included on your new album?

Jesus: "No, it won't be included, but we are really big fans.

Bandini: "However, there is a free download of a live version of the song on our webpage, FathersandSuns.com."

Luis: "We actually used to play "(Nothing But) Flowers." Maybe we'll bring it back." 

What are your plans after the album is done? Do you have plans for a record release party or any plans to tour?

Jesus: "We'll have an album release party, but the date is yet to be determined."

Luis: "We've discussed a listening party, too."

Bandini: "No plans to tour. I guess we will tour when people want it. It's definitely not on my mind."

Jay: "The real plan is to release this record to the world and see where it takes us."

Check out Fathers & Suns latest video for "All My Friends Are Animals" from the album "Mama Provides."



BUSKERFEST MUSIC FESTIVAL - RECAP, PHOTOS AND VIDEOS - LONG BEACH, CA - 8/17/13

What we love the most about Long Beach is that there never seems to be a shortage of incredibly talented local musicians. Long Beach has always been a mecca for artists that like to blend many genres and styles to create their own unique sound. In the past many of these artists have had to make the trek to LA to gain exposure. That all changed with the formation of Long Beach's own musical showcase.

 

Now in it's 5th year, Buskerfest has become THE place to catch the latest and greatest local talent. The grass roots music festival is held every August in downtown's East Village Arts District. The crowd rewards the bands that they like with wooden nickels and the band that collects the most coins by the end of the evening wins a $2,000 record pressing or merchandise package.  This year's competing bands were Hedgehog Swing, Dumb Love, Rainman, Dennis Robicheau, Move, The Melodic, Brother C & Sister J, Fathers & Suns and The Barrelhousers. There were also three non-competing headliners this year: Carly Ritter, The Fling and He's My Brother She's My Sister.  

Hedgehog Swing

We got to the festival just in time to catch the gypsy jazz quartet Hedgehog Swing. What impressed us right from the start was their exceptional musicianship. Luca Pino and Gage Hulsey played their guitars with blazing proficiency. Clarinetist Kale Stiles and bassist Benj Clarke rounded out their classic swing sound. Some of their improvisation reminded us of the swing band Squirrel Nut Zippers. Click below to see a video we shot of Hedgehog Swing's Buskerfest performance. The band attracted a sizable crowd including a pair of amazing swing dancers.



The next band that we had the pleasure of seeing was Brother C & Sister J. The male/female duo played a very raw blues-based form of rock that is similar in style to the White Stripes and The Black Keys. Brother C (Chris) has a very Hendrix inspired guitar style while singing with a vibrato like neither one of us had ever heard. Sister J (Jacqueline) is a high energy drummer that drives the bond between the duo and can feed off the slightest cue from Brother C.



Brother C & Sister J

Click below to see a video we shot of Brother C & Sister J performing at Buskerfest.

You could feel the infectious energy from the crowd when the band Fathers & Suns took the stage. They were one of the competing bands but from the response they were getting, it almost seemed like they should have been one of the headlining bands. They already have a huge local following and rightfully so. They seamlessly blend a progressive rock musicianship with incredibly catchy song writing. Blending these two aspects border a fine-line not many bands have the ability pull off. They would go on to collect the most wooden nickels and claim the grand prize at Buskerfest, an honor that they completely deserved. Don't be surprised if 2014 turns out to be a breakthrough year for the band. Click below to see the video we shot of the band's performance.



After all the competing bands had performed the organizers at Buskerfest had assembled a talented, diverse group of headlining acts to round out the evening. First up was singer/songwriter Carly Ritter who provided a nice change of pace with a blend of mellow folk rock and country. Carly's music revolves around strong vocals, excellent songwriting and great harmonies. Her debut album comes out on August 27th on Vanguard Records.

Carly Ritter performing at Buskerfest

Click below to see a video of Carly Ritter's performance at Buskerfest. Carly is the daughter of comedian John Ritter and grand daughter of actor/country singer Tex Ritter. 

The Fling returned to the Buskerfest stage this year with a more stripped down approach. The Long Beach locals played some of their older songs and also debut new songs from their upcoming album "Mean Something" which is being released this week. The band's sound is a mix of 90's alt rock with just a touch of 60's psychedelic mixed in. Their performance tonight was absolutely fantastic. The acoustic guitars with great harmonies made for an unforgettable set.



The Fling performing at Buskerfest

Below is a video that we shot of the band performing the song "Exile" from their new album.

We're not even sure how to describe the band, He's My Brother She's My Sister. They have a truly original sound that has many elements of different genres of music mixed together. Our first thought was to describe them as rockabilly folk, but as the set progressed there seemed to be so many more layers to their music. The energy and the great hooks kept the audience singing and dancing. Even though the band wasn't in the competition the crowd was pelting the stage with left over wooden nickels in appreciation for what they heard. This was a great ending to an incredible night of music in the LBC. We can't wait until next August for the 6th Annual Buskerfest!

Click below to see He's My Brother She's My Sister perform "Coattails" and "Electric Love" both highlights from their Buskerfest performance.