Georgie James signed
Big news for Washington-based indie rock band Georgie James: The duo of singer/pianist Laura Burhenn and former Q and Not U drummer John Davis recently signed to the Saddle Creek label.
Georgie James marries '70s-style songwriting with a more modern indie rock feel. With lush harmonies and catchy melodies, they're one of the best new bands to come out of Washington. You can get their single Need Your Needs here. The debut album comes out this fall.
I recently interviewed them for Baltimore Unsigned, the local music show I host on 89.7 WTMD. Listen to their performance/interview here. They're also playing the Recher Theatre in August.
Saddle Creek already represents Bright Eyes, Cursive, Now It's Overhead and others. I think it will be a good home for Georgie James too.
(Photo by Shervin Lainez)
I've been The Baltimore Sun's nightlife and local entertainment reporter for a couple years, and it's surprising how much the scene has grown in that time. Most of Baltimore's bars and clubs are unpretentious places with fairly cheap drinks and plenty of character. I like dancing and think this city needs more clubs, but nothing beats having a cold, locally brewed beer with friends in a comfortably full corner bar.
