Witch Weather
York, Pennsylvania, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2019 | SELF
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“Spirit Box” – The track starts off with a bang; a syncopated one with a lot power through the distortion loaded guitar, straightforward bass and a great backbeat. When the singing kicks in you definitely get all of the great 90s angst as well as that classic emo sound/low register tone that leads at the same volume as the instruments (mixed superbly). The “I don’t mind” vocal sections are catchy and have great punky harmonies. The bridge starts with a bopping riff and then leads into a fascinating instrumental build – this all ends in a stop right before the last sixty seconds repeat earlier sections. The song does not feel like nearly five minutes AT ALL; it’s right up there with some of my favorite bands that definitely inspire them.
“MMV” – The solid groove within the synchronized intro riff is rad. The production perfectly captures that 90s nostalgia while also adding some new spins. The chorus gives off a cult-classic reaction that ends with thewords “nothing is for real”. The verses have a very distinct Local H vibe that I’m in love with. This song will no doubt have me breaking out my guitar tonight. Favorite line: “Left to drown in my imagination” - whatisfrederick.com
Discography
Spirit Box / MMV - (Single) Released February 14th, 2020
- Spirit Box
- MMV
I Think You're Haunted - (Single) Released April 10th, 2020
- I Think You're Haunted
New Moon - (EP) Released January 1st, 2021
- New Moon
- Cassiopeia
- Zenith
- I Think You're Haunted
- Ghost
- 3:58 AM
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Witch Weather is an indie rock/post-punk trio currently based out of York, Pennsylvania. On January 1st, 2021 they released their debut EP “New Moon”. Born out of quarantine, “New Moon” was written completely remotely during the summer of 2020 and recorded as a part of an independent study at York College of Pennsylvania. Thematically, the EP focuses on slightly more escapist concepts than past releases with the overarching theme being three witches performing rituals over the course of a night. The band’s influences are wide and varied between the three members. This project began unofficially in 2013 when lead singer and guitarist Kaitlynn began writing and recording music in her basement. She has continued to hone her songwriting skills to this day and is now joined by bassist Juliann Frances and drummer K. Danée. Songs are now co-written and passed between members for feedback and suggestions. A majority of the lyrics, even when being more about fantastical concepts, focus on Kaitlynn's experience of being a trans woman. From confused to closeted to out and doing her best, Kaitlynn has a way of letting her experiences bleed into her lyrics. While the lyrical themes are often about trans experiences and identity, the songs are relatable to many as they often focus on themes of confusion, frustration, and self-loathing.
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