Name: Here's To Taking It Easy
Brand: Phosphorescent

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2010-05-14

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Phosphorescent

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Dead Oceans

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Indie Pop / Shoegaze

Dead Oceans is a US label based in Bloomington, Indiana. Established in 2007 by Ben Swanson, Chris Swanson, Darius Van Arman, and Phil Waldorf, it is closely affiliated with Secretly Canadian and Jagjaguwar. This label has become the home for renowned artists such as Mitski, Kevin Morby, Phoebe Bridgers, Khruangbin, and Slowdive.
With its roots deeply intertwined with other successful labels like Secretly Canadian and Jagjaguwar, Dead Oceans has established itself as a prominent force in the music industry since its inception in 2007. Founded by Ben Swanson, Chris Swanson, Darius Van Arman, and Phil Waldorf alongside Austin-based collaborator Phil Waldorf; this label continues to nurture exceptional talent.
The roster of Dead Oceans boasts an impressive lineup of diverse musicians who have gained recognition worldwide. Artists such as Mitski with her emotionally charged songs, Kevin Morby's introspective melodies, Phoebe Bridgers' hauntingly beautiful tunes, the mesmerizing sounds of Khruangbin and the ethereal shoegaze revivalists Slowdive all call Dead Oceans their current musical home.

Phosphorescent is an indie folk/alt country band fronted by Matthew Houck. Originally from Athens, Georgia, the band is now based in Brooklyn, New York. With their unique blend of indie rock, indie folk, and alt country genres, Phosphorescent has been making music since 2003. Signed to Dead Oceans Records, they have gained a loyal following with their heartfelt lyrics and soulful sound.

Originating from Athens, Georgia in the USA, Phosphorescent is an indie folk/alt country band led by Matthew Houck. Their music combines elements of indie rock, indie folk, and alt country genres to create a distinctive sound that resonates with listeners. With years of experience under their belt since forming in 2003, Phosphorescent has established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.

Known for his mesmerizing vocals and skilled guitar playing along with other instruments such as bass, piano, and drums; Matt Houck is the driving force behind Phosphorescent's success. Having released albums under labels like Dead Oceans Records, Misra Records,and Warm Records; this talented artist continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his heartfelt lyrics and soulful melodies.

massive album - loved by uncut, mojo and rough trade shops. a bold and classic 70's rock record that sits somewhere between ray charles and neil young. just 20 seconds into the new phosphorescent album, you hear something so immediate, so purposeful, so damn infectious, it's clear that something special is underway. the first album of original material since 2007's 'pride' captures the band moving into a truly extraordinary place. here's to taking it easy is the culmination of the past three years: a grand statement, the album we dreamed phosphorescent would make. 'pride' was a deeply personal, haunting record that phosphorescent's matthew houck recorded on his own, playing all of the instruments himself. 2009's 'to willie' (their tribute to willie nelson) featured houck joined by his bandmates, rambling through the nelson catalog with fifths of whiskey and undeniable swagger. so if 'pride' was built for 5am and 'to willie' sounded just right as last call approached, where does 'here's to taking it easy' fit? this is the phosphorescent record made for any time, any season. featuring the current live incarnation of phosphorescent (scott stapleton, piano; jeff bailey, bass; chris marine, drums; jesse anderson ainslie, guitar; ricky ray jackson, pedal steel), 'here's to taking it easy' is the new cosmic american music. recorded in the band's hometown of brooklyn with outside mixing assistance from stuart sikes (white stripes, cat power, loretta lynn, the walkmen), this album breathes with life like nothing phosphorescent has ever done before. 'we'll be here soon' and 'hej, me i'm light' hint at the narcotic haze of pride, while anthems like 'the mermaid parade' and 'it's hard to be humble (when you're from alabama)' sound perfect pumped out of the car stereo with the windows rolled down. 'heaven, sittin' down' recalls the country rock of 'to willie', while the stark album closer, 'los angeles' sounds as if it was lifted from the grooves of neil young's 'on the beach'. jam after jam, 'here's to taking it easy' brings everything together for phosphorescent; a classic that could be from another era, but sounds perfect right here, right now. on dead oceans.

Here's To Taking It Easy

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