Description
In the middle of the southern German province, where small grapes become delicious wine, the very own and soothing sound for lovers is created. How I Left creates music that will make fans of the Weakerthans, Wilco or Ben Kweller feel good in their stomachs, think slacker-folk meets catchy indie-pop! Cozy drums and bass rumble, over it loose guitars, an old piano and the Philicorda home organ from the bulky waste. As soon as the vocals start, the trained ear wonders when the vocal fusion of Paul Simon, Neil Young and Conor Oberst took place. The lyrics are reminiscent of American Short Stories – everyday situations, curious headlines and interpersonal encounters merge into literary miniatures. Stubborn with a pinch of esprit!
One half of the duo, Julian Bätz (vocals, guitar, piano, organ), can be found more often as Helmet Lampshade with the songwriting jewel Marcel Gein in all kinds of concert and recording situations. He also tours Europe with Rocky Votolato or works on his current solo album with Olaf O.P.A.L. (The Notwist) or Sebastian L. Phillip (Die Wilde Jagd). The How I Left Magic is created by jazz drummer Michy Muuf (the other duo half). The casually pointed drumming swings straight into the heart – memories of Levon Helm from “The Band” come to mind. Put into shape by mixing and mastering mastermind Christian Bethge (Stella Sommer, Messer, Gewalt), the two create music together that has never been heard before in this country. It sounds at least as good as the vino from this corner of the republic tastes. Word of honour!
Pressing Info: Orange Vinyl
Label: This Charming Man
