Name: Destroyers of the Soft Life
Brand: J Roddy Walston and The Business

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ato0406

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With Download.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-10-13

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PIAS

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Standard:20

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0880882306113

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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2017-10-06

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J Roddy Walston and The Business

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Alternative / Modern

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ATO is a New York-based music label that has been making waves in the industry. Founded by Dave Matthews and manager Coran Capshaw, along with Michael McDonald and Chris Tetzeli, ATO has quickly established itself as a force to be reckoned with. With a diverse roster of talented artists, ATO is known for its commitment to quality music and innovative sounds.

As the band's tour manager for the last six years, Michael McDonald brings his expertise and passion to ATO. His experience in the industry has helped shape the label's success and reputation. With his guidance, ATO has become a go-to destination for both established musicians and up-and-coming talent.

Distributed by Universal via Caroline International, ATO ensures that its artists reach a wide audience. This partnership allows them to bring their unique sound to fans all over the world. With their label code LC 00732, ATO continues to make an impact on the music scene through their dedication to great music and exceptional talent.

J Roddy Walston and The Business meld engaging, melodic songwriting with sharp observations about American culture on Destroyers of the Soft Life on ATO Records. The album was produced by studio veteran Phil Ek (Fleet Foxes, Built To Spill, Father John Misty) and mixed by M. Allen Parker (Dan Auerbach, Sheryl Crow). Destroyers of the Soft Life began two years ago when Rod Walston (lead singer / guitarist / piano), Billy Gordon (guitar), Logan Davis (bass) and Steve Colmus (drums) purchased space in a Richmond, Virigina WWII era bomb shelter turned lumber yard. The foursome gutted and subsequently spent seven months transforming it into their own recording studio. As they put down roots Walston also became a father for the first time, inspiring lyrics that take an unflinching look at family dynamics and parental motivations. The band pursued a brighter, more nuanced sound that teased out the band’s latent pop sensibilities without skimping on energy or attitude. As you press play on the opening track You Know Me Better, anthemic guitars scream out of buoyant, hooky lyrics as Walston’s chugging piano supplies a persistent heartbeat. The “bar band” sound of the past has been replaced by an aspirational, booming cacophony that could fill stadiums.

Destroyers of the Soft Life

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