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War On Drugs

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Location: Philadelphia

Website: http://www.thewarondrugs.net/

Bio: After a carefully choreographed mating dance and an unhealthy binge of Dylan's Verbose Years, Secretly Canadian and Philadelphia's The War on Drugs have entered into ... (more) a union from which many
soon-to-be-considered classic albums will spring forth. First up is the "Barrel of Batteries" EP, which is being given away as a free download for a limited time (see links below). Containing 5 demos that we found ourselves returning to over and over again, "Barrel of Batteries" showcases the band's epic pop songs as well as a few short
ambient pieces. With influences ranging from Dylan and CCR, to Suicide and Silver Apples, Adam Granduciel joins a distinct set of songwriters with his own brand of timeless musicianship. Ushering in a new golden era of polished, yet subcultural exploration, Adam's
voice and music have that unmistakable singularity that comes along only so often. This is not the canon rehashed, rather it is realized
with a spirit of invention. This earnest playfulness is at the forefront of of the listening experience. Layered with popping
ecstatic guitars, with drums sitting firmly and a voice that is urgent and in control, it's like "I'm On Fire"-era Springsteen with 80s singalong qualities while still being firmly planted in the
present.

The War on Drugs started like many bands, primary songwriter Adam Granduciel and neighborly aesthete Kurt Vile were just hanging out and playing their guitars. With the addition of Kyle Lloyd, Charlie Hall, and Dave Hartley and some meandering guest musicians, the band
congealed into the current outfit which has been playing out in Philadelphia with increased momentum.

Look for a full-length from The War On Drugs in mid-2008. (less)