Tag: Indie Rock

Aunt Martha Band

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The Aunt Martha Band was formed in 2008 and is led by Tim Noyes (guitar/lead vocals), Brian Kim (violin/bass), and Garrett Leahy (drums).  All three members are originally from the greater Boston area.  The “band draws comparisons to the always moving and incredible Ray Lamontagne, Tim’s soulful yet gritty vocals are wise beyond their years. If you didn’t know the boys were in their twenties, you’d think these tunes were written by men who had already lived a full life and then some.”

Thank you ColdDeadHeart for pointing me to another great band.

Saturday Afternoon with Sharon Van Etten

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Sharon Van Etten, 31-year old singer-songerwriter, was born and raised in suburban New Jersey. Her songs are described as having some echoes of folk tradition but generally in a more personal, introspective space.  Van Etten’s folk music evokes the open landscapes and lonely expanses of Middle America.  A dedicated choir student during her childhood, she began writing songs on her guitar as a high school student and, upon moving to New York, start playing them in concert.  She has released three albums including “Tramp” in 2012.

Sources: Thank you Colddeadheart for introducing me to Sharon Van Etten. Wiki and Itunes Bio were bio sources.