
FORE FADER
IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT BANDS TO WATCH IN 2024
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LIVE AT UNIFIER FESTIVAL | FULL BAND
RISE: IN CONCERT
A 17-minute cinematic experience.
bloom: IN CONCERT
Recorded live at 64 Sound in Los Angeles
STRIPPED DOWN & ACOUSTIC
An intimate 13-minute performance by Fore Fader.
LIVE IN MOJAVE DESERT | DUO SET
Performing The Rains & Holy
Whether performing as an intimate duo or conjuring the full force of their band, Carlin and Clayton are maestros of the mystical, guiding audiences on an ethereal odyssey to rekindle a sacred bond with the natural world. Each show unravels into a ceremonial tapestry, ingraining meditation and emotive melodies that nurture the soul's inner healing voyage.
In their artistic crusade, Fore Fader harnesses themes of evolution and inner affection. Songs bloom with a delicate equilibrium of self-recognition and introspection—each crescendoing with a decisive surge of empowerment. Their performance is more than mere entertainment; it is an immersive ritual, a call to foster the sprouts of self-love and growth.
Fore Fader stands out not only as musicians but as conduits—a synthesis of consciousness; their communion with nature and their ethereal performances are experiences that transcend the conventional confines of genre. Their message is unmistakable—each note, a step upon the path of spiritual and emotional awakening.
The vibrancy of their musical and philosophical ethos draws inspiration from a pantheon of artists. From the smoky allure of R&B to the spiritual reverberations akin to Polica and the innovative eccentricity of Bjork, each influence has lent a hand in shaping the avant-garde melody that is uniquely Fore Fader. Their sonic presence, while evoking comparisons to artists like Rhye, Fleet Foxes, and Bon Iver, resonates with a distinctive energy that appeals across the spectrum of indie music.
Their artistry is an invitation into the mists of self-discovery—an existential awakening poised to refresh the spirit. At this sonic crossroads, the listener becomes voyager, setting sail upon the waters of reflection, guided by the siren song of innovation and the undeniable cadence of melody.
With a biographical tapestry that captures the mystical, introspective, and empowering essence of Fore Fader, this narrative intertwines a tale of two souls, united in purpose and in artistry, composing an anthem for all who seek connection in a disconnected world.
In the heart of Los Angeles, Fore Fader emerges as a beacon - a connection forged from nature, the ethereal, and the echoes of ancestral wisdom.
Stephanie Carlin and Carey Clayton have crafted a musical identity that transcends the ordinary, melding the conscious with the unconscious, embodying the spirit of their moniker—a nod to "forefather." Their soundscape is a sanctuary where dissonance aligns with harmony, and music becomes a portal to the worlds both seen and unseen.
The inception of Fore Fader's debut album embodies a storytelling all its own, composed within the stark contrasts of seclusion—where the vastness of the desert meets the tranquil enclave of the forest. This contrasting duality pulsates within their tracks, a harmonious clash between light and shade, meticulously designed to unearth a deeper truth.
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“Fore Fader washes over you like an existential awakening. These reflective vibes refresh like a revelation. With influences ranging from Polica to Bjork, the project embraces an ethos of innovation. Unconventional but instinctually melodic, we find them undeniable.”
— THE WILD IS CALLING US
“The duo are masters at sensing and uncovering musical dimensions. The beautiful harmony of Stephanie’s whispering vocals waltzes like wispy smoke from a candle. Their shapelessness seamlessly fits into the transforming soundscape. Its melancholia is sweet like childhood and tragic like heartbreak. It is perfect.”
— GOOD MUSIC RADAR
“Fore Fader produced a stunner with “The Rains. It’s really more of a journey than a song, as they take the listener to a place that is beyond the physical world. I feel lucky to have stumbled upon Fore Fader. They are in the early days of their musical career, which is often the most exciting time to be a listener.”
— MESMERIZED.IO
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