Wires in the Walls: BeatCrave Fav
By Lindsey Darden
It’s really no surprise that Los Angeles-based band Wires in the Walls has garnered attention in the indie rock-slash-alternative community. Their lyrics are tongue in cheek and unabashedly honest; their sound is mellow, poignant, but far from intrusive. Not to mention that having a wide array of instruments at their disposal makes for a more-than-your-average musical experience.
Americana with a modern twist, try. Wires in the Walls seem to work comfortably within their limits, on their own terms – or at least that’s how they come across. If their goal has been to make their approach seamless, without pretense (i.e. quality over quantity, substance over selling out) then they’re surpassed it. The only thing we could ask of the foursome is for more shows, but we’re sure they’re working on it. Until then, get your fill of Wires in the Walls in our BeatCrave Fav series below.
Pick of the Day: Wires in the Walls 
Type: Rock, alternative, country
Label: Unsigned
Band Members:
- Warren Sroka (vocals, guitar)
- Nick Tracz (bass, vocals)
- Bryan King (drums, horns, keys)
- David Irelan (guitar, vocals, lap steel)
- David Sicher (keys, percussion, drums, banjo, accordion, guitar, vocals)
Videos:
“The Bah Bah Song” live
“YSA” live
“Seen It Coming” live
In the Studio with Wires in the Walls
Photos:
Discography:
- Wires in the Walls (2008)
- Call Signs (2010)
Upcoming Shows:
- 5/21 Hensley’s Flying Elephant Pub – Carlsbad, CA
- 5/31 Silverlake Lounge – Silverlake, CA
More Info:
- Wires in the Walls Official MySpace
- Wires in the Walls on Twitter
- Wires in the Walls on Facebook
- Wires in the Walls Blog (via Tumblr)
Tuesday, May 18, 2010 2:35PM
These guys are awesome – seriously – great find BeatCrave
Tuesday, May 18, 2010 2:58PM
I actually saw them at Pehrspace and thought they rocked the house… thanks for all of the additional goodies on them…
Tuesday, May 18, 2010 4:42PM
ooo, very nice, i like these guys! good work
Thursday, May 20, 2010 12:41PM
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Thursday, May 20, 2010 2:02PM
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Friday, May 21, 2010 11:09AM
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Monday, May 24, 2010 1:22PM
They are awesome. I saw them play on the National Mall during the Solar Decathlon. How is that for rocking out the nation!
Tuesday, May 25, 2010 2:53PM
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Monday, May 31, 2010 4:12PM
These guys have been my new favorite band since their inception. Warren has such a mature and intricate lyrics and sound for someone so young and the musicians that round out the band are really incredible. These are the kinds of people who I love to watch grow and love the loyalty they give other bands. They really are special and truly gifted. thanks for the time to feature them on your site. much warmth and good job to the other bands. e