Courtney Kaiser (vocals, guitar, xylophone, keys)
Benjamin Cartel (vocals, guitar, drums, xylophone)
Influences
T-Rex, My Bloody Valentine, Evan Dando, The Replacements, Bjork, Sinead O'Connor, Stina Nordenstam, Lisa Germano, oh the list goes on...even more these are the bands we always love
BRAND NEW!!!
KARE11 - Showcase Minnesota
We sat down with uncensored interview at SXSW. We talked about many things,
here is one of many, many, "indie" thoughts:
KaiserCartel are the dynamic duo of Courtney Kaiser & Benjamin Cartel. Each previously leaders of their own indie bands, they met on March 4th four years ago and formed KaiserCartel when they joined forces to tour the country that summer. They self-released an EP (Double Standard) and toured throughout the US and UK on their own before signing to bluhammock music late last year.
March Forth, their debut album – was produced by Matt Hales (aka aqualung) and mixed by Matt and Ken Thomas (Sigur Ros) - and is full of low-fi, harmony-heavy, bittersweet songs full of charm. KaiserCartel is currently on tour and intend to stay there until they’ve played for all of you. Here’s what 411mania.com has to say about the duo:
"While KaiserCartel look like a couple of emo kids who have lost their way don’t be deceived, they certainly bring their own brand sunshine with them and that reflected light is as warm and inviting as anything you'll find.. A fantastic collection of songs from two people that know how to play with each other and for each other. My album of the year so far."
YOu know how I know you guys are going to make it? I was sitting in my local Bob Evans and suddenly I hear "OKAY"!! I made everyone close be quiet and listen- no joke. Kinda cool I guess. Miss ya'll.
Hey, hope the road is treating you well. sorry i didn't see you when you were here. Want to come on Sept. 5 but maggie, colby, and john have a show that night too! shit! ....the monolith fest looks brilliant....just saw that you made this cornerstone mix cd - nice work. all the best, Jared
Hey Courtney and Ben! It was nice meeting you last night. I'm looking forward to seeing you guys again in October. I already played your CDs for my coworkers today. I hope the tour goes well for you!
