Winter falls on the quiet city

Winter falls on the quiet city - V

Posted by V

One of the benefits of living in a major metropolitan area is the endless supply of places to wander and things to discover. The urban environment is an open book of people, places and entertainment. I’ve discovered so much great new music just by wandering into a bar or venue on a Friday night and checking out a group I’ve never heard of.

Loyal Divide, a 5-piece Chicago band, recently contacted me with some of their tunes. After checking out their second EP, Labrador, I just keep wondering how it’s even possible that I hadn’t heard their name before. A wonderful blend of gentle vocals and slowcore arrangements, Loyal Divide reminds me of Telefon Tel Aviv meets My Bloody Valentine, with a little Low thrown in. I couldn’t have discovered Loyal Divide at a better time. Their lo-fi sound provides the perfect backdrop to Chicago’s first snowfalls and the somber reflections of winter

If you live in Chicago, you can join me tomorrow night as I check out their live show with supporting acts The Loneliest Monk, Shapes & Sounds, and Gaberdine at the Bottom Lounge. You can get your tickets here and check out my favorite track off their new EP below.

Loyal Divide – Vision Vision (160 kbps)