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Small Leaks Sink Ships is an American indie rock band formed in 2006 in Portland, Oregon, Known or their electric musical style and poetic lyrics.
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Origin | Portland, Oregon |
Genres | indie rock, post-rock, Electric |
Members | London VanRooy Judd Hancock Jim Mandel Ryan Garner |
Website | http://www.smallleaks.com/band |
History
editSmall Leaks Sink Ships was founded by London VanRooy, Ryan Garner, Judd Hancock and Jim Mandel and Jim Mandel.[1]The bands unique name is derived from World War II propaganda poster featuring a sinking ship,[2] symbolizing the idea that small leaks can lead to significant consequences.
This band released their debut album, Until the World Is Happy: Wake Up You Sleepy Head Sun.[3] In 2006, showing their blend of indie rock, post-rock and experimental rock. Small Leaks Sink Ships continued to refine their style with subsequent releases including Oak Street Basement (2011) and Face Yourself and Remove Your Sandals.[4] (2015)
In 2017, the band released their critically acclaimed album, Golden Calf.[5] This album marked a significant evolution in their sound, incorporating intricate arrangements, ambient textures and deeply introspective lyrics as well as a new found art pop structure.[5]
Musical style and influence
editSmall Leaks Sink Ships is renowned for their genre-defying approach to music. Their sound is characterized by intricate guitar work, dynamic emotive vocals, creating a sonic landscape that is both captivating and immersive. The bands music often explores themes of self-discovery, introspection and the complexities of human emotions.
The bands musical influences diverse, ranging from post-rock pioneers like Godspeed and Mogwai to indie rock acts as Modest Mouse and now leaning into more modern sounds such as Young Fathers and Alan Rayman.[6]
Discography
editMembers
editSee also
editReferences
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