BIO:
Canada has always been a great importer of indie pop. From Sloan to The New Pornographers, you never know what the Great North will produce. Epic musical acts that take the world by storm and find a special place in your heart. Meet your new favorite musical obsession, ANDREW JOHNSTON. Taking a page out of the book of great indie bands and stellar Canadian acts, Johnston will have your attention faster than you can say "awesome."
Based in Montreal, ANDREW JOHNSTON has played under the moniker Andrew Vs. the Enabler since 2006 and the critically acclaimed group, The Gentleman's Club. Johnston is no stranger to music as he appeared on JF Robitaille's brilliant album, Calender, and has started to make quite a name for himself. If you haven’t discovered him yet, let the journey start today.
Now is the time for Johnston to branch out on his own. Blending heartfelt indie rock, with a bit of folk and traditional music, he is ready to take the indie world by storm. Fresh off of his most recent release, The Wake of the Wonder Years, influences of such high profile indies such as The Constantines and Matthew Sweet embraces a little bit of Hall and Oates. A combination that can't be beat. Though Andrew may ground himself in the simplicity of easily hummed pop and folk tunes, his musical productions are often ambitious and wide-ranging, showcasing a joyful and playful approach to working in the studio.The 12-song album will astonish you with remarkable vocal layers, thunderous drums and deep grooves with drummer George Donoso (High Dials) and bassist Alexander Lapointe (Jason Bajada) as well as vocalist Amanda Mabro.
Do yourself a favor and check out the first single, "Something You Already Know." An infectious track that will leave you wanting more of what ANDREW JOHNSTON has to offer. With carefully strummed guitars starting off the track, as a strong piano makes an entrance, the song picks up with perfect harmonies, a little reminiscent of Sloan’s Between the Bridges. If this is the first chapter in what ANDREW JOHNSTON has to offer, we can't wait to hear more.
Put on your headphones and listen closely....
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