︸

Mt. Varnum creates a world like no other. From the mysterious beauty of analog synthesizers, through the soul of lush vocals, to the gritty power of spacious, elegant drums, a narrative emerges that is run through with romping groove, vital song, and intoxicating tone.

Drummer and composer Ted Poor formed Mt. Varnum in August of 2011 to reconcile a life-long love of deep swing with an equally earnest adoration of classic and indie rock. The band’s forthcoming debut release “Wounded Caroline” is a powerful and complete manifestation of that union. Mt. Varnum pays tribute to its jazz roots not with complicated harmony and form but through a return to the essential feeling of the music. This distilled, grooving inflection couriers Grey McMurray’s fervent vocals as he delivers songs steeped in the rich traditions of American blues and classic rock. The result is invigorating.

 ︸

Ted Poor: drums

Grey McMurray: vocals, guitar

Pete Rende: piano, keyboards, organ

Ben Street: acoustic bass