Sky Furrows is the assembly of Albany’s Burnt Hills and writer-poet Karen Schoemer. They sound one thing like Sonic Youth, Slint, and Kinski in a blender—psych- and post-rock instrumentals buffeted by Schoemer’s sung-shouted intonations. Whereas Phil Donnelly (drums), Mike Griffin (guitar), and Eric Hardiman (bass) hold a decent rhythm part, Schoemer recites tales, goals, and observations. From “Procuring Luggage,” off of Mirror and Oppose: “A person and a girl in a swimsuit and robe pose for a photographer in entrance of the river. They give the impression of being as if they’re dressed for a marriage. Folks do this, they dress days beforehand and pose as if it’s the precise ceremony.” On their very own, the music and vocals can be equally of curiosity, however introduced collectively there’s a stress that makes Sky Furrows so distinctive and compelling.
Earlier this month, we caught up with Sky Furrows opening for Oneida at Bushwick’s Rubulad. I used to be instantly enthralled with the band and picked up their most up-to-date document, Mirror and Oppose, a joint launch between Feeding Tube and Cardinal Fuzz so you understand to count on high quality. The document, I’ve to say, is even higher than the present (partly since you get a lyric sheet to comply with alongside) however the reside set you’re hopefully about to take heed to is a superb entry to the band. Should you’re in Catskill, NY on March eighth I like to recommend catching them with Oneida once more on the Avalon Lounge. Tickets right here. See you there!
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Sky Furrows 2024-02-09 Rubulad Brooklyn, NY Recorded and produced by Eric PH for nyctaper.com MBHO KA200N/603A > Naiant PFA >> Sound Gadgets MixPre-6 > WAV (24/48) > Adobe Audition CC + Izotope Ozone 5 > Audacity 2.4.2 > FLAC Tracks [34:00] 01. Carrying Rug 02. He Calls Me 03. Jenni 04. Procuring Luggage 05. Three Husbands 06. Previous Morality 07. Humor Whisky 08. Koba Grozny Phil Donnelly - drums Mike Griffin - guitars Eric Hardiman - bass Karen Schoemer - voice
