Shearling's orchestral rock at X-Ray Arcade is a raw, crafted journey.
Shearling is stepping into the spotlight at X-Ray Arcade, continuing the legacy of their former band, Sprain. With a lineup that includes guitarists Alexander Kent and Sylvie Simmons, the band crafts a sound that's both orchestral and raw. Their debut album, a single hour-plus track, showcases their commitment to intensity and innovation.
This show promises to be a deep dive into Shearling's unique musical ethos. Their live performances are known for their emotional depth and audacity, making them a standout in the contemporary rock scene. If you're into music that's both challenging and rewarding, this is a night you won't want to miss.
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Serving as a spiritual continuation of the now-defunct Sprain, Shearling exhibits the reunion of a now decade-old collaborative force between guitarists Alexander Kent and Sylvie Simmons. A subsequent recruiting of percussionist Andrew Chanover, bassist Wesley Nelson, and Keyboardist Elizabeth Carver filled out their orchestrally-minded roster. The band was mostly quiet for its first year of existence, avoiding live performances to instead focus on their brazen debut ‘Motherfucker, I am Both: “Amen” and "Hallelujah”…’ The record retains Sprain’s characteristic commitment to intensity, further mutated through a newfound lens of collagist approach. Featuring only a single, hour-plus long song, Motherfucker is a demanding exhibition of uncompromising ethos. Shearling’s aggressive live performances and meticulous recordings demonstrate an ambition, audacity, and emotional vulnerability that few contemporary bands can parallel.
