Indian Summer (American band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1993 |
| Headquarters | Oakland, California , United States |
| Products | Emo music, extended plays, compilations, live albums |
Indian Summer was an emo group originating from Oakland, California, United States.
History
The band was established following the dissolution of Sinker and consisted of twin siblings Adam and Seth Nanaa, Marc Bianchi, and Eyad Kaileh, who stepped in for Dan Bradley early on due to his lack of availability. Their name was inspired by a track from The Doors on the 1970 record Morrison Hotel.
Before disbanding, Indian Summer issued a 7-inch EP, collaborated on three split releases with Current, Embassy, and Ordination of Aaron, contributed to two compilation albums, and performed close to 100 live shows. Their collected works were released as Science 1994 in 2002, followed by the live album Hidden Arithmetic in 2006, both distributed by Future Recordings.
According to AllMusic, they stood out as "one of the more exciting and influential bands" within the underground emo movement. The compilation Science 1994 was placed at number 37 on Rolling Stone's list of top emo albums.
In 2019, Giving Birth to Thunder, a thorough studio anthology, was issued by The Numero Group, receiving the distinction of "Best New Reissue" from Pitchfork. During a Reddit AMA in 2024, Kaileh disclosed that although a reunion was proposed by Numero for this release, the band members were unable to reach a consensus.
Influences
Their musical style was shaped by peers such as Rites of Spring, Moss Icon, Slint, Codeine, Fugazi, Seam, and Bedhead. The drumming style of Kaileh drew influence from groups like Man Is the Bastard, Econochrist, Filth, Neurosis, as well as jazz legend Miles Davis.
Discography
Extended plays
- Indian Summer (1993, Repercussion Records)
- Current/Indian Summer (1993, Homemade Records original release; reissued by Repercussion)
- Embassy/Indian Summer (1994, Slave Cut Records)
- Speed Kills (1994, Inchworm Records)
Compilations
- Science 1994 (2002, Future Recordings)
- Giving Birth to Thunder (2019, The Numero Group)
Live albums
- Live - Blue Universe (1999, Star 13)
Compilation appearances
- A Food Not Bombs Benefit LP (1994, Inchworm)
- Ghost Dance double 7-inch (1994, Slave Cut)
- Eucalyptus (1995, Tree Records)
Members
- Adam Nanaa – vocals, guitar
- Dan Bradley – drums
- Eyad Kaileh – drums
- Marc Bianchi – vocals, guitar
- Seth Nanaa – vocals, bass