No. 52: Dawes

An appearance by Wilco member Pat Sansone on their debut album, jam sessions with Conor Oberst and having their national television debut on the Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson definitely put some notches in their column, not that Dawes needed the help.

Their debut album North Hills is a fitting tribute to the American folk rock bands of the past. I can picture Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young literally passing the torch to the band,Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith, Wylie Webster and Alex Casnoff. Similar bands of today would include Delta Spirit and Blind Pilot; Dawes sound is softer though with more harmonies, perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon.

Fortunately Dawes has a favorable time slot in this year's Lolla lineup, playing at half past three Saturday afternoon conflicting only with the xx and Gogol Bordello. I will definitely make time to see this Southern California band jam.

Dawes on MySpace

The Official Site of Dawes