New Spin Podcast: Interview with Smiley Ralph, one of the few indie acts in St. John's, NL

Smiley Ralph is about the only local indie pop act in St. John's, Newfoundland that I know of, other than Greg Hewlett's wonderful band Pelago. And let's not forget AE Bridger. Smiley Ralph just played a wonderful show at The Ship on Saturday, truly proving themselves as one of the freshest indie acts out there. Ryan Kennedy (guitars, keys, vocals) and Andrew Strickland (bass, vocals) sung harmoniously with each other, Chris Donnelly ripped it on the drumz, and Justin Frampton colored the well-crafted songs with wonderful min7 chords. If you are a fan of Pavement, Sebadoh, Built to Spill, and any other band associated with the indie-rock cannon, this is your band to watch in St. John's. Like their name suggests, Smiley Ralph will put a dance in your step and a smile on your face.

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dashiell brown, host of The New Spin