Byland – “Monstera”
This act has a strong ’90’s alt influence we love. From the crunch guitar tone, to the siren style vocals, BYLAND has talent to spare. The project of multi instrumentalist Alie Renee, is even based in a town rich in its own alternative beat, Seattle. We love a lot here, but the bass is probably one of our favorite elements. It is restrained but shows just how sharp and intelligent the songwriter is. Do not sleep on BYLAND.
Matt Simon was raised on classic rock and Neil Diamond, though his tastes have expanded greatly since. It is his strongly held belief that the Midwest produces everything good in this world and will gladly discuss that fact over coffee. All the major events in his life have a soundtrack attached to it like an audio scrapbook. He loves to listen to the likes of Jessica Lea Mayfield and Frank Turner; wishes he was as cool as Josh Homme, and still foolishly believes that Led Zeppelin will reunite. He resides near Cleveland, Ohio.
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