Big Dopes hearkens back to the loose, bouncy feel of 90s alternative and indie, like Pavement and Built to Spill, with evocative lyrics inspired by 70s songwriters like Paul Simon and Lou Reed.

Lead songwriter Eddie Schmid (who moonlights in Denver dream-pop band Oxeye Daisy) uses a playful, conversational vocal style to sing through neuroses about long-distance relationships, being a houseguest, and wasting money on shitty headphones. Veteran drummer Ricky Brewer lends a steady groove and harmonies, and Justin Catanzaro’s bass often takes the lead, playing energetic, melodic lines.

"....Soul-shaking vocals. We can't wait to hear more from this young four-piece." DENVER WESTWORD

Denver-based Oxeye Daisy formed in 2016. Lela Roy's soaring voice powers their songs, which mine the sounds of dream-pop, 90s alternative rock, and experimental indie. Their debut full-length is set for release in early 2018.

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