Paper Arms is an indie rock band from Los Angeles, California. The band was formed in 2010 by singer-songwriter John Paul Pitts and guitarist Matt Hartman. They released their debut album, "Great Mistakes," in 2012, followed by "Days Above Ground" in 2014 and "The Smoke Will Clear" in 2016. Paper Arms' music has been described as "atmospheric" and "dreamy," with a focus on intricate guitar work and Pitts's introspective lyrics. The band has toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe, and has shared the stage with acts such as The National, Bon Iver, and Sufjan Stevens.