Suspension Bridge Workshop, an instrumental rock band hailing from Los Angeles, CA, is set to unveil their debut album, “001,” a captivating exploration of the classic indie rock sound with a modern twist.
The trio, comprising core members Michael Bouvet (guitar, also plays guitars in Arms Of Tripoli, another LA post-rock band), Gabriel Lewis (bass), and Ben Pablo (drums), has meticulously crafted a collection of dynamic instrumental post-rock tracks that defy traditional structures. Unlike the conventional slow-build approach, Suspension Bridge Workshop delivers music that transitions seamlessly from part to part and mood to mood, offering a refreshing urgency to their sonic narrative.
The album, produced and recorded by the band in their Los Angeles studio, and mixed and mastered by Tommy Hazerian, exemplifies a back-to-basics rock ethos. Dispensing with a vocalist, Suspension Bridge Workshop allows each instrument to articulate its voice, creating a unique and authentic musical expression. The absence of click tracks and elaborate studio effects reinforces the band’s commitment to delivering a raw and genuine rock experience.
“001” draws inspiration from a diverse spectrum of influences, from the progressive rock stylings of Yes and King Crimson to the experimental post-rock nuances of Tortoise and Slint, and the atmospheric soundscapes akin to Mogwai. The album invites listeners on a sonic journey where tracks like “Oh Crap, He’s Still Alive” explore heavier elements, while “This Is Not A Math Rock Song, This Song Is Sunday Bloody Sunday” introduces somber strings, offering a multifaceted adventure for active or passive listening.
Suspension Bridge Workshop embraces a deliberate choice in not having a traditional singer, aiming to convey a universal emotional connection and range that transcends individual perspectives. The band’s debut resonates with authenticity, blending quiet and loud moments, a touch of mathy complexity, and an overarching commitment to crafting memorable songs.
With influences ranging from math rock and angular indie rock to experimental post-rock, Suspension Bridge Workshop defies categorization, creating a sound uniquely their own and their debut album, “001,” is a testament to their musical integrity.
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Release Date: 15 December 2023
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1. Quit Hogging The Space Heater
2. Oh Crap, He’s Still Alive
3. This Is Not A Math Rock Song, This Song Is Sunday Bloody Sunday
4. Energy Vampire Energy
5. We Got Stuck Calling This The 7/8 Song
6. Let’s All Go To The Lobby (And Have Ourselves A Panic Attack)
7. Yes, Finally. Wait, No.
8. It Ends Where It Begins
9. Moving Twin Peaks To Saturdays
10. Everything Is Technically Post-Slint
11. Everyone Works For Peanuts If We Spend Our Money On Peanuts
12. The Band’s Last Dance, But Not Its Best Song