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Paul Roots (drums), Evan DePue (bass), and Michael Kostal (guitar)
contact@tenderbros.com

tenderbros is an instrumental trio based in Chicago, IL, known for their weird outsider grooves that pivot from ambient space jams to hard hitting funk. Their music is a synthesis of spontaneous compositions and the forms extrapolated from them. The three first played together in psychedelic-pop band SMOKER, and recorded throughout the band's near decade-long career. As tenderbros they share a love and appreciation for transient music, and encourage you to come along for the ride.

“Do not be fooled by the name. Molehill is more like a mountain. Combining elements of progressive rock with pop sensibilities and emotionally charged lyrics, this band delivers a symphonic listening experience.” - 
Jesse Menendez, Vocalo, 89.5FM Chicago

Contact: molehill@molehillmusic.com

MATTHAÜS // began as a project of composer Ben Montalbano of Chicago, Illinois. With strong roots in folk and bluegrass as well as a music conservatory education, Montalbano started writing simple songs that served as templates to experiment with orchestration. As the songs began to take more form, Montalbano enlisted an array of like-minded artists to record and perform.

After a debut performance featuring a nine-piece ensemble, the group has continued to play with the size-and makeup of the group. Performances have consisted of Montalbano solo, as well as numerous combinations of instrumentalists. With their debut EP currently in the works, Matthäus has expanded to a collective collaboration, allowing further avenues of influence.

With roots in Chicago and St. Paul, Matthäus aims to capture the thoughtfulness and expressivity of contemporary classical music while maintaining a place in the world of rock and folk.Through unique orchestration and songwriting, Matthäus creates music that is engaging on multiple levels. At any time, listeners can expect to hear bass clarinet, vibraphone, and French horn, paired with a standard rock rhythm section. The result is a seamless blending of Reich-inspired chamber music with modern greats like Bon Iver or Sufjan Stevens.

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