Snocaps: A Familial Effort from Alabama Twins Katie and Allison Crutchfield
When the Alabama twins Katie and Allison Crutchfield, known for their respective indie-rock projects Waxahatchee and Swearin', reunite with guitarist MJ Lenderman and producer Brad Cook, the result is a band that sounds like it's been together for years. This collaborative effort, dubbed Snocaps, boasts the lived-in feel of a seasoned outfit with five albums under its belt – despite being a one-off collection.
The band dives headfirst into their musical rapport, effortlessly navigating the terrain of Americana and alt-rock. With no need for introductions, they jump straight into action, setting the tone for an album about integrity and conviction, conveyed through soaring melodies and unpretentious guitar work.
Snocaps' lyrical output is characterized by rebellious themes, particularly in songs like Over Our Heads ("Don't bother chasing us, boys!") where Allison and Katie channel their teenage spirit, pushing back against male-dominated music scenes. As the album progresses, their vocals grow stronger, with Wasteland and Cherry Hard Candy showcasing both poetic precision and pragmatism.
MJ Lenderman's guitar work adds a new dimension to the band's sound, injecting dusty, aching solos into the mix. This blend of voices and instruments creates an immediate sense of camaraderie among the four members, making it impossible not to be drawn in by their infectious chemistry.
Despite announcing a limited number of live performances before disbanding, fans should remain hopeful that this band can't resist the urge to hit the road again soon. With Snocaps, Katie and Allison Crutchfield prove that when the pieces come together, something special happens – leaving listeners eager for more.
When the Alabama twins Katie and Allison Crutchfield, known for their respective indie-rock projects Waxahatchee and Swearin', reunite with guitarist MJ Lenderman and producer Brad Cook, the result is a band that sounds like it's been together for years. This collaborative effort, dubbed Snocaps, boasts the lived-in feel of a seasoned outfit with five albums under its belt – despite being a one-off collection.
The band dives headfirst into their musical rapport, effortlessly navigating the terrain of Americana and alt-rock. With no need for introductions, they jump straight into action, setting the tone for an album about integrity and conviction, conveyed through soaring melodies and unpretentious guitar work.
Snocaps' lyrical output is characterized by rebellious themes, particularly in songs like Over Our Heads ("Don't bother chasing us, boys!") where Allison and Katie channel their teenage spirit, pushing back against male-dominated music scenes. As the album progresses, their vocals grow stronger, with Wasteland and Cherry Hard Candy showcasing both poetic precision and pragmatism.
MJ Lenderman's guitar work adds a new dimension to the band's sound, injecting dusty, aching solos into the mix. This blend of voices and instruments creates an immediate sense of camaraderie among the four members, making it impossible not to be drawn in by their infectious chemistry.
Despite announcing a limited number of live performances before disbanding, fans should remain hopeful that this band can't resist the urge to hit the road again soon. With Snocaps, Katie and Allison Crutchfield prove that when the pieces come together, something special happens – leaving listeners eager for more.
I gotta say, this Snocaps album is a total game-changer! It's like they've been making music together for years, which is wild considering it's only their first project together 
. The chemistry between Katie, Allison, MJ, and Brad is undeniable - it's like you're listening to a well-oiled machine 
. I love how they effortlessly blend Americana and alt-rock vibes, creating this unique sound that's both nostalgic and fresh. 
And the lyrics? Totally relatable - who hasn't felt like pushing back against the status quo at some point? 
What I'm most excited about is seeing if they'll live up to their promise of a limited tour... fingers crossed! 
their songwriting is on point, tackling themes of integrity and conviction in a way that feels super relatable. and MJ's guitar work is everything - those dusty solos are giving me all the feels 
these twin sisters are like a dream team - their harmonies are insane and MJ's guitar riffs add this whole new level of depth to their sound. I love how they're not afraid to speak their minds and push back against the music industry, it's so inspiring! 
and can we talk about how effortless it sounds like they've been playing together for years? I mean, five albums under their belt is crazy - they must have some serious chemistry going on 
and MJ's guitar riffs are everything 
i'm so down for a reunion tour tho please, snocaps, come back to us soon 
And MJ's guitar riffs? Mind blown 
. It feels so cool that the twins are using their platform 2 speak up about rebellion & integrity - we need more artists like them advocating 4 what's real 
. Can't w8 2 see them live, fingers crossed they come 2 my town ASAP 
. those dusty solos are everything
. can't wait for them to hit the road again, this band needs to tour ASAP 
And MJ Lenderman's guitar work is like the icing on the cake 
and Allison and Katie's vocals are just so strong and emotive 
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. I mean, what's the point of Snocaps if they're not gonna follow up with another album or even tour? They're just setting themselves up for disappointment when things inevitably fall apart 
. And don't even get me started on how they're trying to position this as some kind of 'lived-in' sound... yeah right, it's just a bunch of Alabama twang with guitar riffs 
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. What do you guys think? Have you listened to Snocaps yet?
it's amazing to see all these strong women in music owning their space and speaking truth to power 
. It's like they've been playing together for years, but in reality, it's only Snocaps. Let's get them on tour ASAP!
i love how raw and real it sounds, you can tell these guys are coming from a place of honesty 
. i love how it feels like they've been together forever 
, even though it's only a one-off album. can't wait for them to tour again soon 