Harris (band)
| Company type | Independent band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2000 |
| Defunct | 2009 |
| Headquarters | Lowell, Massachusetts , United States |
| Products | Rock music albums and EPs |
Harris was a rock band originating from Lowell, Massachusetts, established in 2000. The ensemble independently produced one full-length album, The Light Is Seeping Through the Cracks, alongside multiple EPs before their dissolution in April 2009.
History
The band Harris was initiated in 2000 by vocalist and bassist Mike Nastri together with guitarist Matt Scott while they were students at UMass Lowell. After issuing several EPs, they self-released their only studio album, The Light Is Seeping Through the Cracks, in 2005. Post-release, Harris undertook a self-organized tour throughout the United States and Canada, garnering varied critical responses. In the summer of 2008, the band toured Europe and eventually parted ways amicably in April 2009 due to increasing personal and professional obligations among members. Their final work, Snake Says Woof, debuted during their concluding performance on April 18, 2009, held at the Middle East Downstairs venue in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Music
Harris's sound was grounded in rock, incorporating a variety of influences such as The Police. The Boston Herald characterized their music as an energetic blend of "smooth sounds and harsher, heavier clashes." Drummer Rob Lynch emphasized their intention to fuse multiple genres into a unified and distinctive style. Songwriting responsibilities were shared among all five members, who often exchanged instruments to explore new creative directions. The band was a regular fixture in the Boston music scene and was recognized by Northeast Performer as a "comforting presence in local rock."
Members
- Rob Blatt – drums (2000–2002)
- Jon Day – guitar (2002–2009)
- Rob Lynch – drums, percussion (2002–2009)
- Mike Nastri – vocals, bass (2000–2009)
- Jim Reed – keyboard, vocals (2003–2009)
- Matt Scott – guitar (2000–2009)
- Mike Seluk – guitar (2000–2002)
- Andrew Sutherland – keyboard (2000–2003)
Studio albums
- The First Few Year (2001)
- New Morning Pulse (2003)
- The Light Is Seeping Through the Cracks (2005)
- Tales from the Split, Vol. 1 (2007 - DV's records) (Split LP with French band Spudgun)
- Snake Says Woof (2009 - DV's records)
EPs
- The Early Year (2000)
- Live: Long Beach Arena, March 7, 1987 (2001)
- The Hottastic Sessions (2002)
- New Morning Pulse (Urinine, 2003)
Additional references
- Barker, J. David (October 14, 2005). "Review: Harris, The Light Is Seeping Through the Cracks." Silent Uproar.
- Carradini, Stephen (October 1, 2005). "Review: Harris, The Light Is Seeping Through the Cracks." Independent Clauses.
- Del Costello, Philip (March 1, 2004). "Review: Harris, New Morning Pulse." Indie Workshop.
- Gisselbrecht, Steve (June 2004). "Live review: April 24, 2004." The Noise.
- Gisselbrecht, Steve (July/August 2004). "Live review: June 16, 2004." The Noise.
- Gisselbrecht, Steve (October 2004). "Live review: September 2, 2004." The Noise.
- Gisselbrecht, Steve (May 2005). "Live review: April 10, 2005." The Noise.
- Gisselbrecht, Steve (October 2005). "Live review: June 23, 2005." The Noise.
- Gisselbrecht, Steve (November 2005). "Live review: October 14, 2005." The Noise.
- Glenwood (November 2005). "Review: Harris, The Light Is Seeping Through the Cracks." The Noise.
- Mathews, Kevin (Spring–Summer 2006). "Review: Harris, The Light Is Seeping Through the Cracks." Pop Culture Press.
- Nolan, Jon (October 26, 2005). "Live review: October 18, 2005." The Wire.
- Sleepy Eddie (June 2004). "Live review: April 24, 2004." The Noise.