Dream pop // Portland, OR
New album "Permafeels" out now!
Contact: superoceanpdx@gmail.com

Not just another bad movie podcast, Blank Check reviews directors' complete filmographies episode to episode. Specifically, the auteurs whose early successes afforded them the rare ‘blank check’ from Hollywood to produce passion projects. Each new miniseries, hosts Griffin Newman and David Sims delve into the works of film’s most outsized personalities in painstakingly hilarious detail. Produced by Ben Hosley.

Photo credits: Alexander Fattal, Intisar Abioto
New Move is an independent American classic pop quintet from Portland, Oregon, formed in 2012 by producer & songwriter Jesse Bettis. Over the years New Move’s compelling live show has brought them to the forefront of Portland’s music scene. The band's work blends elements of dark doo-wop, glam, psychedelia and R&B. And they are known for infusing their pop sound with a distinct modern sensibility.

Reed Schackmann and Brandon Ficquette began writing music together in 2015. They began performing as an acoustic duo but quickly realized they were meant to get louder. Brandon's ability to generate catchy riffs and guitar virtuosity lent itself perfectly to Reed's songwriting sensibilities and wide vocal range. The duo continued to write and perform until 2017 when they were joined by the powerhouse rhythm section of drummer Tom Andes and bassist Alejandro Quiroz. Tom and Alejandro provided the deep pocket and rocking groove as the perfect compliment to the guitar duo. From then on, the group went electric and Louder Oceans was born.

In October of 2018, Louder Oceans released their debut album Megaphone Tsunami. The album was well received, receiving regular radio play both locally and internationally. 

In January 2023, Louder Oceans released their first single, Quicksand, off of their forthcoming album Into the Sound.

Check out my first solo EP Andalusia all songs here on Soundcloud!!

This is a solo project I worked on while abroad and restricted to an acoustic guitar. You can see my current band and collaborative project Naked Luck at https://www.facebook.com/nkdluck/

For some rough recordings of full band materials check out the Reruns soundcloud page.

To read about my experiences living abroad check out my blog, linked below.

All things Indie, from Bedroom Pop to lo-fi to Darkwave. Curated by SoundCloud.

Singer-songwriter, guitarist, composer, and arranger based out of Portland, OR.  Portland State University graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Music degree.

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