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The Bummer Road

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About

The Bummer Road redefines the boundaries of folk music through innovative arrangements and poetic lyrics.

The Bummer Road is an American experimental folk band, led by the visionary musicians Matt Valentine and Erika Elder. Based in Guilford, Connecticut, The Bummer Road has been active since the mid-2000s, releasing several albums that explore themes of nature and introspection.

Sound

Their music features intricate acoustic instrumentation and freeform song structures.

Scene

They stand out as pioneers within the experimental folk movement in the United States.

Timeline

· Formed in the mid-2000s in Guilford, Connecticut.
· Consists of current members Matt Valentine, Erika Elder, and Nemo Bidstrup.
· Released 'We Offer You Guru' in 2005, marking the beginning of their prolific period.
· Continued to produce albums like 'Deep Space Circuit' and 'Mother of Thousands' in 2006.
· Issued 'Green Blues' in 2007, further solidifying their experimental folk style.
· Revealed a single titled 'Lazy Light / Lead Me to Vibration' in 2012.