Drakes Hotel

Drakes Hotel is a musical duo composed of Amy Drake and Chris Y., known for their blend of post-punk, shoegaze, and new wave sounds. The band's history began when Amy and Chris met at a record store in Santa Cruz, California, where Chris worked. They started making music together, got married, and moved to Seattle to begin recording. Over the years, they have relocated several times, eventually settling in Omaha. Their discography includes albums like "Chains for Two" (2004), "Tell Me Everything" (2007), "Sparks That March" (2009), and "Logic Adopts Senses" (2011). The duo's influences range from The Smiths and The Chameleons to Metric and Interpol, reflecting a diverse musical taste.

Drakes Hotel's sound is characterized by a focus on guitar with touches of retro electronics, often described as post-punk and shoegaze. They enjoy recreating their songs live as a duo, often surprising audiences with the depth of their sound. The band has mentioned plans to release new music regularly and tour extensively. Their recent releases include "What You Never Knew: Rarities (2004-2010)" and other albums like "Let Our Hoax Eclipse" and "Love's Not Lazy."

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