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Pocket Panda - Setting Sun

Pocket Panda Setting Sun

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Discovered by:
Aaron Blum
Aaron Blum
Published:
Mar 26, 2015
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Sounds like: Andrew Bird, Lost In The Trees, Ben Howard
Why do we like this?

I'm really diggin' Seattle-based Pocket Panda's first single called "Setting Sun" from their upcoming album This Arrangement of Molecules.

Speaking of molecules, the entire band is comprised of scientists with a combined 11 advanced degrees, including a PhD in molecular biology from front-man Eric Herbig. Not too shabby! 

"Setting Sun" builds on an orchestrated sound of folksy flavors. It's not every day (at least, not for me) that you get to hear a mandolin, violin, piano, guitar, and drums all in one modern tune. Heck, I wouldn't be surprised if they've got a few more tricks up their sleeves on other songs (eg, a harmonica or an accordion).

This Arrangement of Molecules is set for release on April 14, 2015.

- Aaron Blum
Streaming source: https://soundcloud.com/pocketpandamusic/setting-sun-2

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