Artist Info: Gospel Claws

Ex-Dear and the Headlights guitarist Joel Marquard and his new band release five soulful pop gems in their debut Self-Titled EP Gospel Claws. Simultaneously serious and tongue-in-cheek lyrics in the tradition of Morrissey or Jarvis Cocker leave you unsure whether to laugh or cry. Retro production techniques, classic pop songwriting and a dose of gospel soul true to their name produce a magically accessible first outing from these guys. Mixed by Bob Hoag at Flying Blanket Recording. [read more...]