New band of the day – No 778: Pearly Gate Music

These heavenly siblings make a spectral, even sepulchral, sound that could function effectively as alternative church musicHometown: Seattle, Washington.The lineup: Zach Tillman (vocals, guitar), Josh Tillman (drums), Joe Syverson (bass), Colin Wolberg (guitar).The background: The history of rock is full of examples of what happens when siblings form bands. The Kinks, Sparks, the Jesus and Mary Chain, and Oasis all feature creative alliances fuelled by brotherly tension. With Josh and Zach Tillm...

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