Castevet is a group from Chicago that I’d never heard of until Will from Beartrap sent me their album a few months ago and (now) I regret not spinning this one sooner. Summer Fences is a strange (but awesome) combination of gruff shouty vocals and twinkly atmospheric post-rock guitars that are held together by a highly competent rhythm section. If asked to pigeonhole this into a specific (and I’ll get very specific) genre, I’d say that you should file Summer Fences under “beardy vintage post-emo rock.” HA! It’s always a good thing when I can make myself laugh at my own words. My wife (and others) often say that I’m the only one who laughs at my jokes anyways. So, yeah, if you’d like a band that sounds a bit like a cross between Latterman, American Football and Explosions In The Sky, you should definitely check Castevet out. No, seriously, this record is pretty fucking amazing. Totally unexpected but so good! Summer Fences is available from our fine friends at Count Your Lucky Stars.
MP3:
Castevet - Beating High Schoolers At Arcade Games
Another amazing rec, I have been turned on to a ton of music through this blog. Thanks for continuing to post, I know that life is extremely busy with the second baby and all. Hope all is going well with your family.