Band Spotlight: Of Montreal

History: The band started out as a solo project of Kevin Barnes, the lead vocalist. Joining Barnes a short while later were Derek Almstead and Bryan Poole. The trio released their first album Cherry Peel in 1997. As of 2009, there are seven members.

Years Active: 1997 to Present

Label: Polyvinyl

Line-Up:
Kevin Barnes - Vocals/Lead Guitar
Bryan Poole - Guitar
James Husband - Guitar
Dottie Alexander - Keyboards
Davey Pierce - Bass Guitar
Ahmed Gallab - Drums
Nina Barnes - Vocals

Genre: Independent Neo-Psychedelia

Musical Style/Moods:

• Outrageous
• Ambitious
• Trippy
• Snide
• Sardonic
• Quirky
• Freewheeling
• Energetic
• Eccentric
• Cynical/ Sarcastic
• Acerbic
• Dramatic
• Fun
• Party/ Celebratory
• Irreverent
• Playful
• Uncompromising
• Sexual
• Theatrical
• Rousing
• Lively

Best Album: The Sunlandic Twins (2005)

Top Songs:
"Girl from New York"
"Requiem for O.M.M"
"Wraith Pinned to the Mist and Other Games"
"Rapture Rapes the Muses"
"Keep Sending Me Black Fireworks"

Influenced By: The Apples in Stereo, Neutral Milk Hotel, The Olivia Tremor Control, The Dandy Warhols

You might like Of Montreal if you like Islands or Belle and Sebastien