KEXP Seattle — Where does a young band go after making a name for themselves with a gorgeous album like Dye It Blonde, of Nuggets-mining jangly psych pop? They dig deeper. At least, that’s what Smith Westerns did on their followup, Soft Will, as they dig deeper b... more info

411 Mania — Sometimes you just miss out on a band and sometimes you get on board at the perfect time. 411's Mikey Migo listens to the discography of Smith Westerns and gives his first impressions! more info

Prefix — Photo gallery of Franz Ferdinand, Smith Westerns at Emo's East, Austin (October 12, 2013) Read the full article at http://www.prefixmag.com/photos/acl-late-night-show-franz-ferdinand-smith-westerns/ more info

Prefix — Photo gallery of Austin City Limits Festival - Friday, October 4, 2013. Artists featured: Thao and the Get Down Stay ... Read the full article at http://www.prefixmag.com/photos/austin-city-limits-festival-friday-pics-muse-queen/ more info

Consequence of Sound — A night of palpable yearning clouded in the insecurities of youth. more info

Consequence of Sound — A drum circle and a rock show. more info

Consequence of Sound — "It's my party and I can cry if I want to" more info

Rollo & Grady — Smith Westerns Album: Soft Will (Buy) Label: Mom + Pop Smith Westerns – White Oath Tweet more info

KEXP Seattle — Topping this week’s list of new releases is the third album by Chicago band Smith Westerns. While the band’s 2011 release, Dye It Blonde, drew tons of comparisons (and a tiny bit of flak) for its fuzzy glam nods to Nuggets-era gems, their new rel... more info

DrownedInSound — As a closing chapter to the early days of Smith Westerns' careers, Soft Will is an excellent record - there is just a lingering feeling that their unique sense of fun and abandon, is all but over. Read the full story on DrownedinSound.com more info