Pomegranates

hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio

categories: Indie Pop

for fans of: Interpol, Vampire Weekend, The Killers

why you should check them out:
Dressed to impress and backed by playful pop dynamics with a distinct dance-inspired finish, Cincinnati's Pomegranates have been hitting the road and captivating audiences eager to hear a fresh take on upbeat rock anthems.

background check:
Jumping at the opportunity to play together after both of their respective bands broke up in 2006, Jacob Merritt and Isaac Karns began writing the tracks that would put their debut EP, Two Eyes, in motion. With songs already steadily in supply, Pomegranates expanded their lineup, (which now includes members Daniel Lyon and Joey Cook) and signed with Lujo Records only a week after their debut.

While steadily releasing two EPs and three full-lengths consecutively over the past four years, the boys caught the eye of the band Islands who stole them away to open for their full US tour. Such high profile spots opening up for Islands, Peter Bjorn and John, and Spoon, found the quartet recipients of generous media attention, doubly enhanced by the accessibility of their smooth pop melodies and gyrating beats.

Currently touring in support of their latest critically acclaimed effort, One of Us, Pomegranates are keeping up the momentum of their non-stop recording and touring schedule since Merritt and Karns first put songs to tape back in '06. Take a listen and you'll quickly find out what all the buzz is about.

website: http://pomegranatesart.tumblr.com/

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