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I don’t really know why I am so surprised by Okkervil River. Maybe it’s because they are from Texas (I don’t know of another Indie band from Texas, especially a band this amazing! Post a comment if you know of one), maybe it’s because the band has an organ (I am of the opinion that adding a rock organ to a band instantly increases it’s awesomeness), or maybe it’s because they write really solid Indie Rock. Whatever the reason, they are refreshingly good.

Their sound is a good mix of Indie Rock with some elements of Indie Folk infused throughout and laced with hauntingly mellow vocals and lyrics. I kinda hate to use the word “country” in any post, but the overall feel from lots of Okkervil River’s songs is kind of that of a backwoods bar band, very deliberate and dark.

Okkervil River has released some really great albums, (you really need to hear Black Sheep Boy) and they plan to release a new album in August. The band has also announced its Fall ‘07 tour schedule which you can check out on their website. Also, the band will release The Stage Names on Aug. 7th.

• OkkervilRiver.com
• Okkervil River on Jound.com

I’m also thoroughly impressed that so many of Okkervil River’s songs are available free for download…

They aren’t like obscure songs that nobody likes, they are amazing songs like “For Real” and “Black”. Also try “West Falls” on for size, it fits me like a glove. You can find the list of free downloads here.

This video captures the feel of this song really well, the song is called “For Real” from Black Sheep Boy.

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