Couch Dog
Summary
WE MAKE MUSIC FOR DANCING, CRYING AND KISSING. Couch Dog is Maxwell Ferrer (lead vocals + guitar), Tasha Lee (bass), Pablo Acosta (lead guitar) and Liam Reece (drums). The band originally formed in San Luis Obispo, CA, and are currently based out of Los Angeles. The Dogs aim to push the boundaries of indie and garage rock with every release (whether it’d be glitchy electronics, gazey ambiance or stripped-back instrumentation). Unraveler, their latest EP, is Couch Dog’s most sonically diverse release to date. The project excels at retaining their classic and beloved sound from 2023’s “How to Ruin Your Life Fast”, distinguished by energetic guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and earnest lyricism, but elevates it with left field experimentation, song writing from different members and new textures. Since day one, they have placed an emphasis on putting on unforgettable live shows, helping audiences connect with their material deeply. Starting from sold-out house shows in their home town, to headlining a US tour, they always work on fostering a strong sense of community, belonging and freedom to go absolutely nuts in the mosh pit.
- Format: Rock
- Category: Rock
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Contributors
- Couch Dog
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