I (Oh) I
The post recounts the origin of a band’s first song, recorded in a basement in 2013. The idea for the group emerged during a midnight walk around Carver Lake, when three friends—Jake, Nathan, and the author—discussed forming a new act. Each came from separate projects: a jazz‑rock outfit called Whistle Kid and an instrumental post‑rock band later renamed Northern. The early lineup also featured future drummer Whistler, trumpeter DeCarlo, and designer David Kramer.
Jake's Take 001
Jake’s Take 001 launches a new editorial column that delivers commentary as a voice memo, blending the informal tone of a personal podcast with the gravitas of classic fireside chats. The inaugural episode, dated April 20, 2026, positions Jake as a straight‑talking...
Bashful Creatures
The author recounts a two‑day, low‑budget session at Pachyderm Studios in Canon Falls, Minnesota, where a new pair of managers funded a small cash advance to record an EP. Seven songs were tracked, but only six appear on the release...
Baby Droppers
Hippo Campus surprised listeners on March 24, 2026 with an unannounced demo called “baby droppers.” The cryptic title and lack of promotion generated immediate buzz among the band’s fanbase. Early reactions suggest curiosity about the track’s style and its place in the...