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Poor Old Lu are/were one of the most celebrated alternative rock bands in the Christian scene. They hit at the height of the Christian indie scene in the 1990s, and formed a core unit of alternative rock bands that included The Prayer Chain, Plankeye, Starflyer 59 and a handful of others. Hailing from the Seattle area, the band also had close ties with others in the scene like Pedro the Lion, Damien Jurado, Blenderhead, and even Sunny Day Real Estate (vocalist Jeremy Enigk provided guest vocals on one POL track).… Continued →

Jesse Sprinkle who has been a member of more bands that can possibly be mentioned in just one write up, has dropped his brand new album titled “Universes” which you can stream/download over on Bandcamp here. Jesse as you may recall, was a drummer for legendary indie band – Poor Old Lu, and also an active member of Demon Hunter, Dead Poetic, not to mention his many solo contributions and a recent project with his brother, Aaron Sprinkle. Make sure to check out “Universes”, below.… Continued →

A new band has just burst on to the scene. I got word of this on social media today and thought I’d share. Scott Hunter (Poor Old Lu singer), Jesse Sprinkle (Poor Old Lu/Demon Hunter/Dead Poetic and tons others), Kurt Schmidt, and Anthony Carvalho have all teamed up under the name “Bright and Harrowing“. New music and info coming soon. I always dug Scott’s vocals so I know this is gonna be good. More info here.… Continued →

It has just now been announced that the well loved album from Dead Poetic, “New Medicines”, is getting the vinyl treatment by Tooth & Nail Records. It is available on Coke Bottle Clear (500) and Translucent Red (500). They are available for just $20ea and according to the store, shipping now? Go check it out. Speaking of vinyl, if you could have any 5 T&N releases from the past pressed on Vinyl what would they be?… Continued →