Jet Black Sunrise is a Boston-based indie band with a knack for crafting dreamy modern pop compositions that pay proper respect to the band’s musical idols, such as Death Cab, Matt Pond, Counting Crows and Coldplay. The band – consisting of Matt Cronin, Nick Fede, Jay Schneider, Matt Smith and JC Zwisle – formed in 2010, and in that time, have earned their spots as accomplished musicians.
JBS weaves intricate arrangements, straddling the line between 90’s folk rock and experimental electro pop styles. JBS’s sound strikes a remarkable familiarity with The Wallflowers, the band formed by Bob Dylan’s son, Jackob Dylan, in the early 90’s. JBS’s songs are mellow and often drift from one chorus to the next with dreamy chords, soft ambience and poignant lyrics.
There’s no reason this band should remain largely under the radar, and you’ll probably feel the same way after listening to works like their 2011 LP debut, Falling (“Impossible,” “All Away,” “You’re Still My Love”), followed in 2013 by Capture, and most recently, the fine EP, Departures (“In Flight,” “Granite”).
“All Away” – Jet Black Sunrise from Falling
Described by some bloggers and the press as a fan-oriented experience, the band’s live shows grew in popularity within Boston and elsewhere, with fans singing along to their songs, and band members connecting with the audience in ways that few DIY bands do as well.
In March, the band released a charming new single, “Rockview,” in advance of the release of Departures, which you can listen to here.
“Rockview” – Jet Black Sunrise from Departures
“In Flight” – Jet Black Sunrise from Departures
The succession of albums in recent years demonstrates the band’s evolution in musicianship and songwriting skills, important progressions for any band. The band has opened previously for Bad Rabbits, Milkman’s Union, Nikolas Metaxas, and Reptar .