 indie rock photography by jasper coolidge     
Elliot and the Ghost 05.10.11 @ Fontana's NYC Elliot and the Ghost is the new project of William Thompson formerly of Austin's The Steps. Their sound is hard to pin down, but way easy to enjoy. During their set I heard elements of Spoon, Cold War Kids, Band of Horses, and even some Uncle Tupelo. Never in a hurry, but always getting there and making their point with aplomb, these nascent songs were mesmerizing and delivered in a polished way that only confidence and experience can bring about. I hope that bands like Elliot and Tenements are a sign of a more flannelled future for our ever in flux NYC music scene, where irony gets check in at the door and sincerity in songwriting can bust on through. Catch them tonight (May 17) at Pianos and see for yourself. Elliot and The Ghost on SoundCloud |
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