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Illustrate Magazine
Released on October 11, 2024, “Counting Corners” by Denton, Texas-based band, Kashmere Mammoths is an enchanting dive into indie garage rock infused with surfy nostalgia and disco-era charm. Comprising Brandon Johnson (vocals, guitar), Wyatt Ruten (lead guitar), Carson Struck (drums), and Zack Vinson (bass), the band pulls from a vast pool of influences, from the Beach Boys to Tears for Fears, crafting a sound that feels both retro and refreshingly modern.
“Counting Corners” serves as a sonic oasis, that provides a mental pause to reset and recalibrate. Produced by Carson Aday and the skilled team at Jupiter Records, the track opens with fuzzy guitars that set the tone for a dreamy escape. The drums tumble in with a lively cadence, laying the groundwork for Brandon Johnson’s delicate, high, and soothing vocals, which wispily float through the mix.
Plastic Magazine
Based in Denton, Texas, Kashmere Mammoths is a band with an upbeat indie sound and an eye for creativity. The quartet features the talents of Brandon Johnson on vocals and guitar, lead guitarist Wyatt Ruten, Carson Struck on drums and Zack Vinson on bass, who combine to forge a nostalgia-tinged blend of indie rock, surf pop and disco energy.
The band draws from a wide array of artists including Summer Salt, Todd Rundgren and Tears for Fears, as well as the indie revival of the 2000s and iconic groups like the Bee Gees and the Beach Boys. This varied mix is reflected in their sound, which is built on indie garage rock aesthetics cut with breezy surf rock feel and lively grooves.