Gauntlet Hair
| Company type | Independent band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Founder | Craig Nice, Andy Rauworth |
| Defunct | 2013-08-12 |
| Headquarters | Denver, Colorado , United States |
Area served | United States |
Key people | Craig Nice, Andy Rauworth |
| Products | Indie rock music, albums, EPs, singles |
Gauntlet Hair was an American indie rock duo originating from Denver, Colorado, United States, composed of Craig Nice and Andy Rauworth. Following the release of two EPs, they secured a deal with the independent label Dead Oceans and launched their eponymous first album.
Biography
Craig Nice and Andy Rauworth started their musical partnership during high school. They moved from Chicago to Lafayette to refine their style before ultimately establishing themselves in Denver.
In 2011, Gauntlet Hair inked a contract with Dead Oceans and produced their inaugural LP, Gauntlet Hair, which was released on October 18, 2011, garnering reviews that ranged from mixed to favorable.
The track "My Christ" debuted as a single on January 24, 2012. Their video for "Human Nature" served as a preview for their sophomore album Stills, which came out on July 16, 2013, also through Dead Oceans. The song "Human Nature" gained additional recognition after being featured in Showtime's series "Shameless."
On August 12, 2013, the band announced their disbandment via Facebook with the message: "Gauntlet Hair has reached its end. Thank you all for your support these past 4 years. Love, Andy & Craig."
On May 31, 2018, they revealed a new musical endeavor called Cindygod, with plans for forthcoming releases. Their initial EP titled Demos was issued on December 18, 2018.
Past members
- Andy Rauworth – vocals, guitar
- Craig Nice – drums, percussion
- Touring members
- Matt Daniels – bass
- Nathan Wright – guitar
- Brian Brissart – guitar/keys
Discography
- "I Was Thinking" (single, 2010)
- Out, Don't... (EP, 2010)
- Gauntlet Hair (debut album, 2011)
- Stills (LP, July 16, 2013)