Whitney, an indie-rock band hailing from Chicago, first captured the hearts of critics and fans alike with their distinctive fusion of soulful folk and breezy rock. Formed by former Smith Westerns guitarist Max Kakacek and drummer Julien Ehrlich, who previously played with Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Whitney emerged in the music scene in 2016 with their debut album, "Light Upon the Lake." Ehrlich's tender falsetto and heartfelt songwriting, combined with Kakacek's melodic guitar work, became the group's signature sound, setting them apart in the indie music landscape.

The band's early releases, including their demo recordings and the Spotify Singles, showcase Whitney's raw talent and potential, revealing the intimate, homegrown quality of their craft. With subsequent projects such as "Forever Turned Around" in 2019 and the covers album "Candid" in 2020, Whitney further solidified their place as a band equally adept at introspective storytelling as they are at reinventing classics from other artists. Their continued evolution and the intimate energy of their live performances, documented in "Live At Electric Lady," secures Whitney's reputation as a band whose reflective lyricism and warm instrumentals offer a timeless allure.

Genres

Chamber Pop

Chicago Indie

Countrygaze

Indie Pop

Indie Rock

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Latest Release

Kansas

Whitney

Single - Released August 8, 2023