Welcome to Good Shadows, a mysterious sonic world of enigmatic soundscapes and disparate melodies pulled deep from the dark musical abyss.

Middle Distance Runner is a rock and roll band hailing from Washington, DC.  They formed in 2005, and have since released two full-length albums (Plane In Flames and The Sun & Earth), a self-titled EP, and a handful of singles (including two Christmas songs!).  While firmly grounded in pop songwriting, their style shifts with each new recording, and they have been compared to bands as disparate as Radiohead and REO Speedwagon. 
The four-piece is known for turning up the intensity live, while being careful craftsmen in the studio.  Drummer Erik Dean has been compared to John Bonham for his heavy-footed style, and with help from bassist Tony Acampora's vicious tones, MDR boasts a fearsome rhythm section.  Guitarist and keyboardist Jay Smith adds complex texture to seemingly facile pop songs, while lead singer Stephen Kilroy lends a soulful vocal touch.
Middle Distance Runner is currently recording their fourth album. 

Telograph is three longtime friends (Andy Boliek - vocals/guitars/keys, Arash Ardalan - drums/percussion, Matt Dosberg - bass/keys) who love making music together, with each bringing their own creative influences to the table. Based out of Washington, D.C., they've spent years playing music both locally and touring across the U.S., with notable appearances at the Patriot Center, Merriweather Post Pavilion, and the world famous 9:30 Club. Telograph's focus is on writing songs that create atmosphere and mood, combining elements of pop and rock music with the creative and unconventional aspects of today's indie music scene. In the end, the goal is to help transport the listener to somewhere positive, a place away from the day's constant grind.

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