This is a band who conjure up ominous moods, forboding impressions, and upbeat melodies all within the same song. Led by singer/songwriter Will Sheff, the band, with an overabundance of talent, also has the unique 'lyrical' talents of Sheff who has penned lines like '...the mind turns an itch into a bruise...' from...
The War Criminal Rises and Speaks.
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Orkkervil is one of my very favorite bans, along with Shearwater, which is comprised of at least two of the same members. I recently saw the two bands in Philadelphia and they were amazing. Will really comands the stage and the band was really enjoying themselves. We all had a great time.
ReplyDeleteBetween sets Will did a beautiful accoustic love song about a stone. It was completely original and nearly broke my heart. If anyone has information about where I can find a recording of this song, I would kiss you twice and curtsey.
Thanks for commenting Erica and for your impressions of Okkervil. Shearwater will be featured in a future post.
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