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The Innocence Mission are a folk band featuring the beautiful, mesmerizing vocals of Karen Peris, and the guitar backing of her husband, Don Peris.
Their signature style is dreamy slow songs, with beautiful melodies.
The original band, including Mike Bitts (bass), and Steve Brown (drums), was formed in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in the early 80s when the members met during a Catholic school production of Godspell. Although all members of the band have contributed musically, Karen Peris does most of the group’s writing.
Their eponymous debut album, released in 1989 (A&M Records), was produced by Larry Klein, then-husband of Joni Mitchell, and recorded in the couple’s basement recording studio. The album peaked on the Billboard charts at #167 in 1990, and the album’s second track, “Black Sheep Wall”, released as a single in 1989, peaked at #22 on Billboard’s Modern Rock Tracks. The album’s fifth track, “Clear to You”, was used on the soundtrack of the pilot episode of Beverly Hills 90210. Klein also produced their 1991 follow up, Umbrella.
Their third and final A&M album, Glow, released in 1995 (A&M Records), Was produced by Dennis Herring, who had previously produced two records for Camper Van Beethoven. This album is a departure from Klein’s heavier production style. Whereas the first two releases may have brought to mind The Sundays and The Cocteau Twins with their moody keyboards, Herring’s lighter touch gave more emphasis to the group’s guitar work and to Karen’s vocals and lyrics.
Their signature style is dreamy slow songs, with beautiful melodies.
The original band, including Mike Bitts (bass), and Steve Brown (drums), was formed in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in the early 80s when the members met during a Catholic school production of Godspell. Although all members of the band have contributed musically, Karen Peris does most of the group’s writing.
Their eponymous debut album, released in 1989 (A&M Records), was produced by Larry Klein, then-husband of Joni Mitchell, and recorded in the couple’s basement recording studio. The album peaked on the Billboard charts at #167 in 1990, and the album’s second track, “Black Sheep Wall”, released as a single in 1989, peaked at #22 on Billboard’s Modern Rock Tracks. The album’s fifth track, “Clear to You”, was used on the soundtrack of the pilot episode of Beverly Hills 90210. Klein also produced their 1991 follow up, Umbrella.
Their third and final A&M album, Glow, released in 1995 (A&M Records), Was produced by Dennis Herring, who had previously produced two records for Camper Van Beethoven. This album is a departure from Klein’s heavier production style. Whereas the first two releases may have brought to mind The Sundays and The Cocteau Twins with their moody keyboards, Herring’s lighter touch gave more emphasis to the group’s guitar work and to Karen’s vocals and lyrics.
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DJ_Pathfinder wrote:
vote for second pic. more colours.
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top20fanatico wrote:
I love that they haven't shied from including the spiritual element that obviously plays such a dominant role in their lives. It's a beautiful witness. [3] ☺ <seven christmas songs ♥ [2]
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jonathHEADPhone wrote:
☺ <seven christmas songs ♥
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DJ_Pathfinder wrote:
http://soundcloud.com/the-innocence-mission/tracks?page=2 christmass ep
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Cocteauholic wrote:
I love that they haven't shied from including the spiritual element that obviously plays such a dominant role in their lives. It's a beautiful witness. [2]
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plaidsheep wrote:
I had the pleasure of meeting Karen and Don Peris 15+ years ago while they were on tour (in the midwestern states in the US). Karen is one of the most unique, truly angelic human beings I have ever met. She comes across as someone who truly walks with a "higher power" at her side, her faith is authentic and very beautiful.
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TotallyForget wrote:
so beautiful, so peaceful.
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kakaroism wrote:
美しい！
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snewk wrote:
Going through my Innocence Mission phase. Glow is a masterpiece.
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traqua89 wrote:
So beautiful
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top20fanatico wrote:
2 Million Scrobblings <3
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meerluft wrote:
wonderful discovery!
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whatsinalaska wrote:
Dear The Innocence Mission, I am more than 20 years late to your party, thanks for waiting.
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dscomic wrote:
Wonderful music.
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folkingirl wrote:
awefull , thanks for great time , nice music
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jonathHEADPhone wrote:
i suggest you listen to their "Umbrella" album!!
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B-Ram wrote:
When oh when, will we be able to see this amazing band live...
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leniel wrote:
Magnificent band...
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jonathHEADPhone wrote:
their self-titled album from 89 is great!!
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Bright As Yellow <3
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