This young, up-and-coming indie outfit from Pittsburgh creates an expansive alternative soundscape. Since its formation in the winter of 2008, Instead of Sleeping has independently released two EP's, one full-length album, and is currently working on a second LP. The catalog includes everything from three-minute, minimalistic, emo melodies to sprawling sonic adventures that demonstrate definite post-rock influences. The band has been playing along nationally respected acts such as fellow indie-experimenters The Dear Hunter, and through innovative live performances has cultivated an impactful, ethereal voice that resonates with the enlightened listener. Pearl White Ghosts and The Anderson Stingrays also perform.
Instead of Sleeping plays Friday, January 27 at 8 p.m. at Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. $6-$8. 454-2966
Comments for "INDIE ROCK: Instead of Sleeping (1/27)" (4)
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Shaun said on Jan. 26, 2012 at 10:33am
Thank you so much for writing this piece on us, Dave and The Rochester City Paper! We look forward to playing for you all tomorrow at The Bugjar and hope to see everyone there who reads this!!
Bryan Scagline said on Jan. 26, 2012 at 11:05am
Instead of Sleeping is one most unique four guys you'll ever meet that deserve WAY more recognition! Coming from a hard city like Pittsburgh that's flooded with generic 'Metal' bands, IOS has been sticking it out with their natural sound. They've been leaving their footprints' all across the city and branching out across the states! With their clear attitudes and positivity, I wish nothing but the best to my friends! (Except Woody) BOOM, roasted.
Corey said on Jan. 26, 2012 at 12:05pm
Thank you for thie piece David! So excited to be here tomorrow night sharing the stage with all of the great bands. Going to be a very fun time. Can not wait to meet everyone and hangout!
Jillian said on Jan. 26, 2012 at 3:27pm
pittsburgh loves IOS. they are soooooooooooooooooooooo hot.
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