Why I Like Robins

Artist Information

Biography

Why I Like Robins represents the distilled careers of its members. Formed in 2007, the project is a "best-of" compilation of several regional success stories. The music is forceful and brutally honest. Propelled by energetic live performances and unforgettable melodies, the Robins are defining the sound of a post-modern indie scene that hasn't forgotten its roots.

Instrumentation

Jonny Magic - vocals/guitar
Brad Threlkeld - bass
Justin Edington - drums
Rob Soden - guitar

Discography

EP "Simon" - released May 2008
EP "Mark" - released May 2009
EP "Luxory" - April 2011

Links

• Facebook
• Last.fm
• MySpace
• Twitter

Audio

• LR
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• The City
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• Ride It Like A Glove
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• Hoth Show, Wear A Jacket
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• Spring Is Here
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Video

Ride It Like A Glove

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Press

• Why I Like Robins Steps On The Scene With Tight Tunes [+ Show ]
  

  "The strange name comes from a Hum song, and the band's sound is one of the best I've heard." "Th..."The strange name comes from a Hum song, and the band's sound is one of the best I've heard."
  
  "The songs are quite profound. Most clock in at about six minutes with complex part after complex part. Yet there's still a simplicity that helps keep Why I Like Robins from sounding too pretentious. The songs are still catchy as elements of old school alternative rock can be heard along with an artistic indie-rock style."

• Justin Edington of Why I Like Robins Voted Drummer of the Year [+ Show ]
  

  "Drummer of the year: Justin Edington -- Edington has always been solid but the Why I Like Robins dr..."Drummer of the year: Justin Edington -- Edington has always been solid but the Why I Like Robins drummer showed much versatility this past year. Edington seamlessly provided beats for Mike Reeb's projects and nailed hand percussion at a Why I Like Robins unplugged concert, one of the local indie rock's best shows yet."

• 50 States in 50 Weeks: Indiana - Best New Music From The Hoosier State [+ Show ]
  

  "They may have started as a spare-time recording project in 2006, but the years have seen Why I Like..."They may have started as a spare-time recording project in 2006, but the years have seen Why I Like Robins transform in to a full-fledged, buzz-worthy band. “We aim to rock peoples faces off,” says the band on their OurStage profile. Take a listen to “Coastlines and Skylines” and see if their aim is true."

Setlist

Set list is generally 45 minutes to an hour, consisting of roughly 10 songs. Max set time is an hour and a half. No covers.

Basic Requirements

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