The Drums are an American indie pop band known for capturing the essence of both post-punk and vintage surf-rock. Founded in Brooklyn, New York in 2008 by childhood friends Jonathan Pierce and Jacob Graham, the duo quickly expanded to include guitarist Adam Kessler and drummer Connor Hanwick. The Drums made a splash in the indie music scene with their self-titled debut album in 2010, which featured catchy, reverb-drenched tracks that garnered a devoted following and critical acclaim. Their sound is characterized by its simplicity, emotional honesty, and the distinctive, melancholic vocals of frontman Jonny Pierce.

Over the years, The Drums' lineup has gone through changes, with Pierce ultimately becoming the singular force behind the project. Despite these shifts, the band has consistently delivered music that blends lo-fi aesthetics with lyrical introspection. Their catalog, encapsulating albums like "Portamento" (2011), "Encyclopedia" (2014), and "Abysmal Thoughts" (2017), showcases an evolution in sound while maintaining the core elements that fans have come to love. The tracks listed, such as "Jonny" and "The Flowers," contribute to their growing narrative as a band unafraid to confront personal turmoil and the complexities of human emotion, often with a poignant undercurrent of self-discovery and defiance. The Drums' unique blend of nostalgic sonics and contemporary lyricism continues to solidify their status as influential players within the indie music landscape.

Genres

Brooklyn Indie

Indie Surf

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Latest Release

Jonny

The Drums

Album - 21 Tracks - Released April 5, 2024