Lab Coast is a Calgary, Alberta-based indie rock band known for their lo-fi aesthetic and hook-laden songwriting. The band has steadily been crafting their art since the late 2000s and is formed around the core songwriting partnership of singer David Laing and multi-instrumentalist Chris Dadge. As one of Canada's more prolific and consistent underground bands, Lab Coast has garnered a reputation for their concise, melody-driven songs, often compared to the likes of Guided by Voices or classic Flying Nun acts.

Lab Coast’s discography reflects a dedicated exploration of the nuances of garage pop and indie rock, with reflective lyrics and catchy, compact tunes. Their eponymous release "Lab Coast" marks a consolidation of their sound, while "Remember the Moon" delved into slightly more expansive musical landscapes. Their catalog also includes a selection of live recordings documenting their raw and energetic live performances in "In Real Life (Live Band Recordings From 2011-2016)", which showcases the band’s ability to translate the intimacy of their studio work to a live setting. The retrospective nature of "Wilding (2021 Remaster)" indicates a band that is not only prolific but also reflective, revisiting and revitalizing past works for new audiences. Lab Coast continues to be a gem in Canada’s indie music sphere, treasured by those with a fondness for understated yet richly textured guitar music.

Genres

Calgary Indie

Latest Release

Lab Coast

Lab Coast

Album - 16 Tracks - Released May 12, 2021