Every Monday through Friday, we deliver a different song as part of our Song of the Day podcast subscription. This podcast features exclusive KEXP in-studio performances, unreleased songs, and recordings from independent artists that our DJs think you should hear. This week, we’re presenting songs by artists performing at the 2014 Iceland Airwaves Festival. Today’s song is "Easy Way Out" by Low Roar from the 2014 album 0 on Tonequake Records.
Low Roar - Easy Way Out (MP3)
Not your typical Icelandic band, Low Roar is helmed by Ryan Karazija, who moved from California to the arctic nation after his previous band, Audrye Sessions, broke up. He was quickly embraced by the Reykjavik community, formed his new band with local friends, and produced two albums of atmospheric indie rock. 2014's 0 follows up the home-produced, self-titled debut with a fuller sound that could only have come from glacial climes of his adopted home. Today's featured song, "Easy Way Out", begins with a cool Radiohead-esque vibe that unwinds into its satisfyingly explosive conclusion.
Low Roar just completed a tour of America in support of Ásgeir, but you'll be able to see watch video from his session at KEXP during their stop in Seattle. For now, you can keep up with the band on their website and Facebook page, and watch their video for "Dreamer", another dreamy song from the new album:
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Every Monday through Friday, we deliver a different song as part of our Song of the Day podcast subscription. This podcast features exclusive KEXP in-studio performances, unreleased songs, and recordings from independent artists that our DJs think you should hear. This week, we’re presenting songs …
