Going To The Sun’s mix of earthy-acoustic-playful-electric-pop-rock rings with the earnest storytelling of Willie Nelson, the lush harmonies of “Pet Sounds”-era Beach Boys, and the spirited instrumentation of Modest Mouse and Arcade Fire, the result of small mountain-town upbringing and two decades of being immersed in the rich music culture of the Twin Cities. Their music is both powerful and intimate, free-fall diving into the hard-won depths of loss and grief, and emerging with a celebratory sense of hope and purpose.

After spending all of the '00’s in hard-working, hard-rocking band Down And Above, lead singer / multi-instrumentalist David Young set out on a new musical path when he and his wife found themselves grappling with grief in the wake of a tragic and devastating family loss.

What started as a detour turned into a full-on road trip. David turned to drummer and DNA-alum Zach Young to help bring a new collection of songs to life, and Going To The Sun was born. The release of their self-titled debut album resonated with fans and critics alike, hailed by The Current (89.3) as one of the top local releases of 2014. 

Joined by Ben Kelly, Charlie Peterson, Justin Rieken, and Stefan Van Voorst, the band soon found itself honing its sound with shows ranging from acoustic-duo to full-band arrangements, while sharing the stage with acts such as Cloud Cult, Chris Koza, Lukas Graham, Hey Rosetta, and Ingrid Michaelson.

2020 delivers long-eager fans with Going To The Sun’s first full-length album in nearly 6 years.  Released on 5/29/20, “Love Letters From The Western Gate” is filled with memorable melodies, yearning heartache, and anthemic resilience.

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