Artist: Sun Airway
Album: Nocturne of Exploded Crystal Chandelier
Label: Dead Oceans
RIYL: Here We Go Magic, Grizzly Bear, Animal Collective
Featured Tracks: “Put the Days Away”
The debut album from this Philadelphia-based quintet has been on heavy rotation since seeing them live at the Independent this past Friday in support of Lower Dens and Bear in Heaven. It’s not often that the very first band blows you away, but they did. I was immediately hooked by their atmospheric and hazy sound. It’s the kind ethereal soundscape you want to wrap yourself up and get lost in. And believe me, I’ve been doing just that. All weekend. However, it wasn’t until I had the fortune of sitting in on a recording session (thanks to @yourstrulysf – you’re awesome!), did my focus move from the macro experience of the lush soundscape (created by sound sculptor Patrick Marsceill) to the beautiful songwriting and vocals of Jon Barthmus. Truly incredible. You’ll be hearing more from this band, for sure. Do yourself a favor and add this album to your ‘must haves’ of 2010.
the OCMD 
Good choice! I heard one of their songs on KEXP last week and really liked it. I was planning on going to the Friday show but then didn’t have the energy. Hope to see you soon.
Good choice! I heard one of their songs on KEXP last week and really liked it. I was planning on seeing the show on Friday but didn’t have the energy. Anyway. Hope to see you soon.