Roman Candle

Roman Candle is a charming indie rock outfit hailing from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, where they've been crafting heartfelt tunes since the late '90s. Fronted by singer-songwriter Skip Matheny and his wife, drummer Logan Matheny, the band also features guitarist Nick Jaeger and a rotating cast of talented players. They first caught wider attention with their 2002 debut album "Says Pop," but it was 2006's "The Wee Hours Revue"—born from winning a national band contest—that really put them on the map, blending witty lyrics with melodic, rootsy rock vibes that nod to influences like Wilco and Ryan Adams.

Over the years, Roman Candle has kept things rolling with albums like 2009's "Oh Tall Tree in the Ear" and 2013's "Debris," often exploring themes of everyday life, love, and the American South. After a bit of a hiatus, they returned strong in 2023 with "Discount Fireworks," an album packed with their signature introspective storytelling and catchy hooks, proving they've still got that spark. If you're into thoughtful, feel-good indie rock, these folks are definitely worth a spin!

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