Ars Phoenix is a darkwave/synthpop trio featuring Jonn Gauntletier (vocals, synth, guitar, bass VI, sampler/drum machine), Caitlin Grimalkin (vocals, synth), and Michael (synth, electric violin). Their layers of analog and digital synths, drum machines, and reserved vocals often draw comparisons to the usual suspects of late-70s/early-80s post-punk, but the addition of heavily overdriven and delayed guitar, male/female vocal harmonies, and a tendency toward post rock-esque crescendos and shoegaze-inflected textures put Ars Phoenix firmly outside the retro camp. Currently residing in…
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