Family Band
I’ve watched Jonny Ollsin shred the stage for some time now. First it was with the Vancouver thrash-metal band S.T.R.E.E.T.S. with whom he played guitar, and then after they broke up, it was with his band Children which enlisted Early Man drummer Adam Bennati to make it extra heavy. Whenever I see his name pop up I always give a listen, and luckily Jonny has been recording music recently with his wife and vocalist Kim Krans. Their music as Family Band is a much turned down sound from those earlier days and has been described as “heavy mellow”. And indeed while it is much quieter, you can hear Jonny’s intricate metal riffs making their way back into each melody and culminate in a very distinctive sound. I’ve heard the comparisons that they have inevitably drawn (you can figure them out on your own) and I’m not going to argue. But I can safely say that after listening to their new album Miller Path, which is due out soon, they have carved a small place out for themselves. A comforting, warm place filled with longing and beautiful sadness that can be such a sweet gift in the depths of winter.
Family Band – Hatred
Family Band – No Sound
Family Band – Fantasy
Bonus:
Family Band – Blessed (video/live)
You can see more videos including some great footage of their recording sessions during Miller Path by clicking here.