“The band brings a touch of psychedelic meets 90s indie rock to its joyful look. But that joy seems to have a layer of darkness simmering under it.” - Omar Kasrawi, Pancakes and Whiskey

The smell of cold earth drying on leather boots. Driving old cars fast down deserted mountain roads. Storm clouds and brittle sunbeams. This is the essence of KITARI, an NYC based alternative rock band comprised of three childhood friends raised in the Catskill Mountains. A blend of Tame Impala’s neo-psychedelia, Jack White’s searing guitar and the cosmos-infused alt-rock of Incubus, the high-energy power trio combine dark, infectious melodies with epic, driving, space rock.

KITARI has rocked such well-known NYC stages as the Mercury Lounge, Arlene’s Grocery, Bar Matchless, the Shrine and Bowery Electric. They’ve also received airplay on Radio Woodstock and have been featured in Pancakes and Whiskey. 
What’s next for the band? On January 19th, 2018, Kitari will release a five song EP entitled “The Breath of Empty Space.” The album will feature a reworked version of one of Kitari’s most popular songs, “The Scarecrow & the Manor,” as well as four other songs that run the gamut from ambient to asteroid-pummeling rock. Following the release, the band will embark on a tour of the U.S. in March, culminating in an appearance at SXSW.

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