Grenadine (band)
| Company type | Supergroup |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Founder | Jenny Toomey, Mark Robinson, Rob Christiansen |
| Defunct | 1998 |
| Headquarters | Arlington, Virginia , United States |
| Products | Indie rock music, albums, singles |
Grenadine was an indie rock supergroup originating from Arlington, Virginia, composed of Jenny Toomey (known from Tsunami), Mark Robinson (of Unrest), and Rob Christiansen (from Eggs). In the early 1990s, the group issued two albums alongside three singles. Their musical style diverged from their other endeavors, embracing a distinctive "lounge-pop" aesthetic.
History
Established in 1991, the lineup of Grenadine featured Jenny Toomey on vocals and guitar, Mark Robinson also on vocals and guitar, and Rob Christiansen handling trombone, guitar, and drums. Their initial release was the single Triology, followed by their Kramer-produced album Goya in 1992, issued through Shimmy Disc with collaboration from Toomey's and Robinson's own labels, Simple Machines and TeenBeat. The band's sophomore and final album, Nopalitos, appeared in 1994. Critics have labeled their sound as "indie-lounge-pop" and described them as a "crooning, loungey cocktail act," often likened to the style of Rudy Vallee. Grenadine continued their activities until 1998.
Albums
- Goya (1992), Simple Machines/TeenBeat/Shimmy Disc
- Nopalitos (1994), Simple Machines/TeenBeat
Singles
- Triology (1992), TeenBeat/Simple Machines – featuring "Fillings" and "Gillan"
- "Don't Forget The Halo" (1993), TeenBeat/Simple Machines
- Christiansen EP (1994), TeenBeat/Simple Machines