Dawes - Oh Brother - Turmeric

For the first time in almost a decade, brothers Taylor and Griffin

Goldsmith grace the cover of a Dawes record. It's just the two of them

this time, and as such, Oh Brother marks a distinctive new chapter for

the California rock band - one that is both introspective and

accessible, all while maintaining their beloved sense of sincerity.

Oh Brother steers Dawes decidedly forward, honoring 15 years of

Taylor and Griffin's musical relationship, as well as the next era of their

band. Each of the nine songs began with just Taylor on guitar and

vocals and Griffin on drums. They initially tracked each one live

together, before adding in additional instrumentation and collaborating

with touring guitarist Trevor Menear in the studio. Additionally, Oh

Brother is the first record the brothers have co-produced, working

alongside longtime friend Mike Viola.

At this point in the Goldsmith's career, Dawes has cemented itself as

one of the most earnest, no-bullshit musical acts out there. They're a

band that can move seamlessly between folk rock, piano ballads, and

sprawling jams while maintaining both an immediately recognizable

sound and a freedom from expectations. Even as the Goldsmith

brothers navigates new chapters in their personal and professional

lives, Oh Brother shows how they remain creative, ambitious, and

inspired - what it means to be lifers in a band together.