“a fragile and varied wonder… A bit like finding a gracious new friend with a wealth of stories to tell.” -Tasty Fanzine “in this leftfield roots performer we have a name to watch” | –Comes with a Smile Magazine Portrait of Aaron Stout For most, it takes a lot of effort to pull off an impression of effortlessness. Somehow you get the feeling this isn’t the case with Aaron Stout. ‘Queens Live In Caskets’ is the Indiana-born, Brooklyn- based folk-rock artist’s debut album, and it brims with easy, understated confidence. Yet…there is all manner of oddness present, existing independently behind songs to hint at a restless compositional mind attempting to create atmospherics beyond words and music. This emerging 27 year old reveals vivid images of travel, heartbreak and spirituality in whatever he’s working on. All of this, encrypted with brooding layers and ethereal sounds, further the listener’s experience. In September 2005, his song “Ballad of Mr. Lamatta” was featured on a monthly compilation put out by Comes with a Smile Magazine (UK) alongside artists including Sleater-Kenny, Frank Black, American Analog Set and Four Tet. Currently, Aaron is completing his second album that is rumored to be filled of the type of vibrancy and elegance that could only come from heaven on high. www.myspace.com/aaronstout | |
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