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If And Only

by Skymender

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Doppler 03:36
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Jetwash 03:01
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It Rains 03:48
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Symbols 03:13
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Compass 03:11
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Long Shadows 03:17
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New Years 05:19
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Remaining Light 02:51
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about

Fresh out of Washington, D.C., Skymender’s debut album “If and Only” emerges with an immersive sound and a siren’s force. Available October 20th on streaming, digital, limited edition orange vinyl from Steadfast Records, and CD digipak from Handstand Records.

The dual vocals from Ashley Scurto and guitarist Kenny Grose volley into an ethereal haze–sounds which take shape through the efforts of drummer S. Dwayne Bruner (Cross My Heart, Government Issue), guitarist James Banta, and bassist Zahin Huq.

Self-described as shoegaze-adjacent, Skymender’s sounds invite you into a gauzy dreamworld. Their unique palette draws from post-punk, post-rock, emo, and dream pop to create a bright, lysergic-tinged tapestry.

From the inception of an idea to the final recording, Skymender’s songwriting process is a distinctive confluence of talents. The many voices meld into one, creating a harmonious and otherworldly experience.

“If and Only” was recorded at the renowned Magpie Cage Studios in Baltimore, Maryland. Engineered, mixed, and co-produced by J. Robbins.

credits

released October 20, 2023

s k y m e n d e r  is:
James Banta - guitar
S. Dwayne Bruner - drums
Zahin Huq - bass
Kenny Grose - guitar / vocals
Ashley Scurto - vocals

Produced by J. Robbins and skymender
Recorded and mixed by J. Robbins at The Magpie Cage in Baltimore, MD Jan/Feb 2023 
Mastered by Adam Boose at Cauliflower Audio

Insert and cover art by S. Dwayne Bruner
Vinyl layout by Matt Traxler
CD layout by Will Cole

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Established in 2000, Handstand Records is DIY label and distro that supports like-minded artists who emphasize art over business and community over commodity. That being said, we do have a huge shop full of punk, hardcore, metal, and indie rock vinyl records, cassette tapes, and more cool shit for sale! ... more

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