South
The ambient rock band South was formed in Richmond, VA, by members Nathan Lambdin, Patrick Phelan, and Tod Parkhill. In 1999, their self-titled debut was issued by Jagjaguwar. ~ Gina Boldman, All Music Guide[more]
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The beauty of With the Tides lies not only in its big-picture melodies, but also in its little details; each unique and unorthodox instrumental flourish provides another brick in South's already dense, impressively towering wall of sound. From the live string arrangements on the Spectorian album opener "Motiveless Crime" to the whimsical banjo and harpsichord on "Loosen Your Hold," it's apparent that With The Tides is not the work of some rudimentary guitar/bass/drums outfit. And though they'v [ read more ]
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South's methodology is a continued sonic exploration of melody refracted through an eclectic palate of disparate genres and atmospherics that blow by any and all artificial distinctions. Their sound is inspired, and their shimmering live show is unlike anything you may have experienced before. True to their mission of exploring all genres, the band has outdone themselves by creating You are Here, a record that lilts through swirling psychedelic pop, electrifying dance beats and unhinged space rock.[ read more ]
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South's methodology is a continued sonic exploration of melody refracted through an eclectic palate of disparate genres and atmospherics that blow by any and all artificial distinctions. Their sound is inspired, and their shimmering live show is unlike anything you may have experienced before. True to their mission of exploring all genres, the band has outdone themselves by creating You are Here, a record that lilts through swirling psychedelic pop, electrifying dance beats and unhinged space rock.[ read more ]
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Drift-and-dream layered bliss rock ambionics from these Richmond, VA mood-hazers. Influenced by Eno, Steve Reich, and Philip Glass as well as Tortoise and Labradford, and played without the use of tape loops, samplers or sequencers.South are three well-heeled souls from Richmond, Virginia: Patrick Phelan and Nathan Lambdin, the principle songwriters, and Tod Parkhill, who contributes drum parts. They are joined on-stage by a larger supporting cast which has grown with their music: most often Bryan H [ read more ]
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