One of our early tracks. The lyrics were written in a flash of inspiration; I wanted to write something dealing with LGTBQ... issues without being overly obvious about it. The idea is that this is an intolerant family member telling their child to leave, while being slightly conscious of the harshness of their actions.

Lyrics, lead vocals, rhythm guitar: Kyle Johnson.
Lead guitar, backup vocals: Lily Bailey.

Why So Dull And Mute, Young Sinner? (demo)

Our acoustified cover of MGMT's "Kids". Super-easy and fun to play.

Guitar, vocals: Lily Bailey.
Keyboard, vocals: Kyle Johnson.

Kids (MGMT Cover)

A re-recorded version of one of the Demo tracks. Now with more details! From a forthcoming EP.

Why So Dull and Mute, Young Sinner?

Austen is two guitars and a keyboard, a glockenspiel, and maybe even an autoharp (somewhere). Austen is home-recorded, imperfect harmonies and teenage earnestness. Austen is warm, sometimes sad words and an idealistic worldview. Austen is an Atlanta-based band.

Austenmusic