White Denim
Hometown: Austin, Texas
White Denim is a bluesy, garage-rock trio, hailing from Austin, Texas.
In March 2005, the two bands Parque Touch (Josh Block, James Petralli, Lucas Anderson) and Peach Train (Steve Terebecki) played a show together at Beerland in Austin, Texas. After the show Steve was asked to play bass for Parque Touch and the band became four, playing under the pseudonyms Byshop Massive (Lucas), Bop English (James), Nicholas Mallard (Josh), and Terry Beckins (Steve); however, in February 2006, Lucas moved to Russia and the resulting power trio changed its name to White Denim. The new line-up began playing the local Austin circuit while recording punk-infused, psychedelic blues-rock in Block’s 1940s Spartan trailer. In 2007, the band self-released its first EP entitled Let’s Talk About It on 7" only, but later these tracks became available on iTunes. While on tour in 2007, the band recorded its second album and sold copies as a nine-song “tour EP” entitled Workout Holiday, which was only sold at shows. Workout Holiday caught the ear of new record label RCRD LBL (an online record label releasing exclusive and completely free music from emerging and established artists), and the band signed on to re-record three of the songs from Workout Holiday. These songs were exclusively released as the RCRD LBL EP, one Mp3 track at a time over the course of the first few months of 2008. Since these releases, the band has toured extensively, playing shows including SXSW and CMJ Music Marathon, and also received the award of “Best New Band” at the 2008 Austin Music Awards. In order to reach European listeners, the band signed to U.K. record label Full Time Hobby (home to The Hold Steady and Viva Voce) for an overseas release.8 The first release on Full Time Hobby was the single “Let’s Talk About It” b/w “Darksided Computer Mouth”. One June 23, 2008, the band released its debut album, the Workout Holiday LP, which consists of re-recorded songs from the band’s first two self-released EPs along with some new tracks. White Denim have also finished recording their debut U.S. full-length LP, which will be entitled Exposion. Originally sold during their Spring 2008 tour as a CDR with the title 11 Songs, the album is planned to be released by the summer of 2008. The new album will be self-released much like the Let’s Talk About EP (on vinyl and digital format only), reporting that “CDs seem pretty worthless to us”. Members:- James Petralli: Vocals, guitar
- Joshua Block: Drums
- Steve Terebecki: Vocals, bass Listen at Last.fm
The story, ive found of white denim really, begins with parque touch; then; after the departure of byshop massive from which white denim comes. In not attempting to prefess, now I may if I will say that these jobs are reflected in each song of the bands every move. The sirs before mentioned in these modern times are near to themselves and becoming daily in their times at the “free wheel” of disposure. At the brink of it all is the concretality of a format being contributable to outcomings. If not to simplify too; so, I retrace in my unstated, potentially radical view, of the eventual occasion to this at present one may encounter upon; whether enduring or adoring, but presently existing continually.
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TheOwlMag on White Denim
4 months agoWhite Denim D [Downtown Records]
White Denim’s upcoming album, D, showcases a softer sound than what we’ve grown used to from previous releases, and although opening track “It’s Him” is not a world away from much of the material on 2008′s Workout Holiday, as the record progresses, it’s clear to see that this Texan foursome has chosen to foster a slightly more laid back vibe in their production of music, yet in doing so have lost none of their ‘rock n’ roll’ credibility – fear not, the shit-hot guitar riffs are still there for all you hardcore fans – take note of “Drug” and “At The Farm.”
“Keys’ is definitely a standout track in terms of this more chilled out approach, incredibly simple acoustic guitar paired with soft vocals. The novel inclusion of background strings blends it into being one of those songs we’re sure we’ve heard somewhere before, easily included on any folk compilation album; although that may sound like an insult, it’s not – listen for yourself and you’ll see what I mean.
White Denim have this rare ability to make retro music whilst simultaneously avoiding the pitfalls of a contrived or manufactured sound. With album number four they show no sign of stopping what they’re good at– and we’re damn grateful for it.
more at theowlmag.comQuit Mumbling on White Denim
7 months agoTheir is an eccentric innocence that works its way into White Denim's "Street Joy", that can only really be understood by watching the video for the track below. The track is kind and endearingly awkward. There is an excitement that builds within it, while on the surface trying to stay cool and collected. But than it hits, the chorus that is exactly what you need to work up enough nerve to just kiss her already damnit! And under that dollar store disco ball, buzzed from the scotch you snuck in the bathroom, you pull her a little closer, listen as more here
Quit Mumbling on White Denim
8 months agoTheir is an eccentric innocence that works its way into White Denim's "Street Joy", that can only really be understood by watching the video for the track below. The track is kind and endearingly awkward. There is an excitement that builds within it, while on the surface trying to stay cool and collected. But than it hits, the chorus that is exactly what you need to work up enough nerve to just kiss her already damnit! And under that dollar store disco ball, buzzed from the scotch you snuck in the bathroom, you pull her a little closer, listen as more at elbo.ws
covertcuriosity on White Denim
over 2 years agoTo celebrate the coming of Fall, and unleash a collection of recordings they've been sitting on, White Denim just released the aptly-titled Last Day Of Summer EP. more at blogspot.com
covertcuriosity on White Denim
over 2 years agoThe new White Denim album was released last week. more at blogspot.com
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over 2 years agoHere's something good for a Friday night. more at blogspot.com
covertcuriosity on White Denim
over 2 years agoOn top of all of the local music down here in the live music capital, touring season is definitely starting to get back into full swing. more at blogspot.com
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over 2 years agoIt appears that White Denim have really been making the rounds. more at blogspot.com
covertcuriosity on White Denim
over 2 years agoI think people need more White Denim in their life. more at blogspot.com
covertcuriosity on White Denim
over 2 years agoI think people need more White Denim in their life. more at blogspot.com
covertcuriosity on White Denim
over 2 years agoI have lived in Austin long enough that I sometimes take for granted the fact that there is a never-ending reserve of good music being created around me, so grabbing a few handfuls of this stuff from time to time and putting it all together in one place is one way of keeping up with what's happening. more at blogspot.com
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over 2 years agoLi'l Cap'n Travis and Brothers and Sisters will be playing tonight at the Continental Club. more at blogspot.com
anonymous on White Denim
about 5 years ago