Michael Gerard Portland, Oregon
Michael Gerard is a singer-songwriter and instrumentalist living in Portland, Oregon.
He has put out 4
albums and played countless shows under the name Michael the Blind. In 2011, along with his wife and good friends, he put together a backup band called The Moonshine.
After several years of recording and touring with The Moonshine, he has again begun putting together material for a solo album.
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Michael Gerard recommends:
World So Sweet
by Rachel Taylor Brown
Nothing can be said here to prepare you for the brilliance and originality of a new Rachel Taylor Brown album. Open your ears, and let these songs lift you up, throw you down, and tell you secrets.
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House Show
by Grandaddy / Jason Lytle
Raw, wine-fueled recording of former Grandaddy frontman. Intimate versions of tracks, new and old.
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Six remixes that build on the expansive, organic sounds found on Kennebec’s heralded debut.
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Kennebec used a medley of dreamy sounds, textures, and wistful electronics to define the sound of the album.
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Traditional Techniques
by Stephen Malkmus
The latest adventurous solo LP from Stephen Malkmus features his signature songwriting, of course—with varied folk instrumentation.
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Off-kilter Portland indie rockers make an unexpected return with a tight three-track EP, their first new release in 12 years.
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