GET INTO THE GROOVE WITH THINKINDIE’S NEW RELEASES
GROUP OF INDIE RETAILERS OFFERS EXCLUSIVE PHYSICAL RELEASES BY GREGORY ALAN ISAKOV, ETHAN JOHNS, BEN RECTOR & LUCY SCHWARTZ
Music distribution company ThinkIndie offers a unique physical distribution option for independent artist releases, including brand new albums from Gregory Alan Isakov and Ethan Johns, and upcoming new albums from Ben Rector and Lucy Schwartz. ThinkIndie wasfounded by the Coalition of Independent Music Stores in 1999, and since has grown to be a consortium of over 400 independent record retailers determined to bring true music lovers back to stores that make a difference in artist discovery. ThinkIndie stores carry a distinctive catalog of exclusive releases, live recordings and limited-edition goodies from a variety ofdeveloping and well-known artists. You can find participating ThinkIndie stores using itsstore locator.
-Singer-songwriter Gregory Alan Isakov‘s new album The Weatherman was released in July, with praise from the New York Timesand Paste.com, which recently premiered the video for his single “Living Proof.” Gregory Alan currently is touring the U.S., and ticket giveaways will be running at select ThinkIndie stores such as Amoeba Records in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Denver Westword proclaims,“Bob Dylan once sang, ‘You don’t need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows,’ and you don’t need to be a singer-songwriter to realize that Isakov has created something truly stunning here.”
-Grammy-nominated artist Ethan Johns has produced classic albums for Ray LaMontagne and Ryan Adams, among others. His album If Not Now Then When? was released on August 6th, and the first edition was made using 180gm vinyl. If Not Now, Then When? contains an impeccably presented 24-page booklet.
-On Ben Rector‘s new album, The Walking in Between(available September 10th,) the singer-songwriter reflects on life’s simple pleasures, offers a fresh view on matters of the heart, examines the pursuit of material wealth, and recognizes the importance of the subtle struggles and modest victories of everyday living. The new set follows his previous two successful independent releases, 2010’s Into the Morning and 2011’s Something Like This, which together have sold over 70,000 copies. Having toured consistently since his junior year at the University of Arkansas, Rector has built an impressive fan base that enables him to routinely sell out venues. His current tour runs through November.
Last but not least, Lucy Schwartz‘s Timekeeper (available September 10th) features mature tones, poetic lyrics, and beautiful music. She’s had songs featured on various film soundtracks, and toured alongside artists including Sarah McLachlan, Sheryl Crow, Brandi Carlile and The Civil Wars. Her current single, “Boomerang,” appeared in the season finale of Arrested Development.
Music fans can find these special album packages and more at ThinkIndie-affiliated record stores (store finder here.)
Tour Dates For ThinkIndie-Affiliated Artists:
GREGORY ALAN ISAKOV*
Aug 16 – Loveland, CO @ Arise Music Festival
Aug 18 – San Diego, CA @ Soda Bar
Aug 20 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Troubadour
Aug 21 – Santa Barbara, CA @ Soho Restaurant & Music Club
Aug 23 – San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall
Aug 27 & 28 – Portland, OR @ Doug Fir Lounge
Aug 29 – Seattle, WA @ The Crocodile
Aug 31 – Salt Spring Island, BC @ Southend Grooveyard
Sep 18 – Durango,CO @ New Strater TheatreSep 19 – Flagstaff, AZ @ The Green Room
Sep 20 – Phoenix, AZ @ Crested Ballroom
Sep 24 – Ft. Worth, TX @ Live Oak Music Hall & Lounge
THINKINDIE is a distribution company that was founded by the Coalition of Independent Music Stores in 1999. Today it has grown to be a consortium of independent record retailers that are determined to bring true music lovers back to the stores that make a difference. Besides sharing the avid fan’s passion and enthusiasm for music, ThinkIndie stores are equipped with a unique catalog of exclusive releases, live shows and limited-edition goodies from a variety of well-known artists – the kind of stuff that makes cool record stores even cooler.
-Singer-songwriter Gregory Alan Isakov‘s new album The Weatherman was released in July, with praise from the
-On Ben Rector‘s new album, The Walking in Between(available September 10th,) the singer-songwriter reflects on life’s simple pleasures, offers a fresh view on matters of the heart, examines the pursuit of material wealth, and recognizes the importance of the subtle struggles and modest victories of everyday living. The new set follows his previous two successful independent releases, 2010’s Into the Morning and 2011’s Something Like This, which together have sold over 70,000 copies. Having toured consistently since his junior year at the University of Arkansas, Rector has built an impressive fan base that enables him to routinely sell out venues. His current tour runs through November.