The Operacycle
| Company type | Indie rock ensemble |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1998 |
| Founder | Jordan Hudson |
| Defunct | 2002 |
| Headquarters | Portland, Oregon , United States |
| Products | Music albums, EPs |
The Operacycle was an indie rock ensemble originating from Portland, Oregon, United States. Initially conceived by multi-instrumentalist Jordan Hudson as a solo venture, the group released a single full-length album titled Warmer in 2000.
Biography
In the late 1990s, Jordan Hudson and guitarist Zak Riles relocated from Florida to San Francisco. There, they connected with bassist Victwa and performed one live show before moving their base to Portland, Oregon.[1] At the age of 21, Hudson wrote the compositions for Warmer while residing in Portland. The recording process spanned more than two years and incorporated 13 tracks utilizing approximately 30 different instruments, ranging from traditional drums and guitars to unconventional items such as household appliances, door hinges, and a tire iron.[2][3]
Warmer was released in September 2000 through Hush Records and was met with favorable critiques. Peter J. D'Angelo of Allmusic highlighted the album’s varied songwriting but noted that some pieces were devoid of vocals.[2] Meanwhile, Tiny Mix Tapes commended its innovative style rooted in classic musical elements.[3] Julianne Shepherd from The Portland Mercury characterized the predominantly instrumental tracks as "dark" and "hypnotic," emphasizing the melodic guitar work alongside rhythmically rich drumming.[1]
During the fall of 2000, The Operacycle embarked on a nationwide tour and took part in the College Music Journal (CMJ) festival held in New York. Apart from Warmer, their discography includes several self-titled releases and split EPs.[1] In early 2002, Hudson became the drummer for The Thermals,[4] while Riles assumed lead guitar duties for Grails. Both musicians also maintained extensive collaborations with M. Ward.
External links
- The Operacycle at Hush Records
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