Music Mondays:: Deeper
Artist Overview
Deeper’s Origins date back to 2014 when prior to releasing any material an abrupt line-up change left the Chicago based band looking for a new direction. Singer and guitarist Nic Gohl along with childhood friend, guitarist Mike Clawson and drummer Shiraz Bhatti threw out all of their old songs and brought on bassist Drew McBride to round out the lineup. The subsequent demos leaned on intricate guitar interplay, direct “of the times” vocals and a spirit that speaks to the band’s collective place in this pit of endless internet.
Deeper honed their sound over the course of 2015 & 16’ in basements, lofts, and anywhere that would have them. Touring the demos and landing at a fully realized inflection point. Call it Post-Punk, call it Indie Rock, it’s a record that steps in and out of boxes filtered through an unmistakable midwestern lens.
As social norms and political ideologies distort, writing and creating art was the only way to control the growing voice in the band’s collective head. The conceptualizing of the album started and stopped over that two year time warp culminating in a few feverish tracking sessions in late 2017. What was left is a stark shimmering portrait of a modern American experience.
The band has made their mark locally supporting like-minded acts Rolling Blackouts C.F., Priests, Omni, Protomartyr, & fellow Chicago powerhouses Whitney & Twin Peaks along with their own sold out headlining shows. Fresh off official after show appearances at Pitchfork & Lollapalooza festivals, Deeper’s self titled debut album will was released on May 25th 2018 via New York based Fire Talk Records.
Album Overview
Chicago band Deeper has released their latest album, "Auto-Pain," to critical acclaim. The band, which formed in 2013, has been making waves in the indie rock scene with their unique blend of post-punk and shoegaze sounds.
"Auto-Pain" is the band's sophomore album, and it showcases their growth as musicians and songwriters. The album is a reflection of the pain and struggles of everyday life, but it also highlights the resilience and determination of the human spirit. The band's ability to convey these emotions through their music is what sets them apart from their contemporaries.
The album starts off with the track "Pink Showers," which sets the tone for the rest of the album with its driving bassline and layered guitars. The track "Pink Showers" is an anthem for anyone who's ever felt lost and alone in a crowd of people. The lyrics "I'm not alone, but I'm still lonely" capture the feeling of alienation that many of us experience.
"Auto-Pain" also features the track "Streetlights," which is a standout on the album with its catchy hook and upbeat tempo. The track is a commentary on the pressures of modern society and how we often feel like we're on a never-ending treadmill. The lyrics "I'm running through the streetlights, trying to find my way home" perfectly encapsulate this feeling of being lost in the crowd.
The album ends with the track "Endless," which brings the album full circle with its reflective lyrics and emotional delivery. The track serves as a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is always hope for a better tomorrow.
Overall, "Auto-Pain" is a powerful and thought-provoking album that showcases Deeper's ability to create music that resonates with the listener on a deep emotional level. The band's unique blend of post-punk and shoegaze sounds sets them apart from their contemporaries and makes them a band to watch in the indie rock scene.
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