LAKE

ALT ROCK/ DOWNTEMPO
Artist: LAKE
Album: Let’s Build a Roof
Tracks: "Sing 99&90,” “Don't Give Up”
Street Date: November 10, 2009
Label: K Records

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When LAKE comes to mind, we picture the band members dressed in vintage/shabby chic clothing, fishing on a riverbank, running through woods, or tightly gathered around the fireplace in a small living room while playing each other new songs – you know, stuff indie folks who live in Olympia, Washington probably do on a regular basis.


But LAKE seems to be able to divide up their time pretty well. Since forming around 2005, the band has recorded roughly 12 albums, 3 of which were only properly released. Let’s Build a Roof carefully blends their Belle and Sebastian-esque undertones with Fleetwood Mac-ish lyrics and as a result they’ve successfully churned out another endearing and heartwarming album to add to their list of musical accomplishments.



Other recommended artists on K Records are: The Blow, Julie Doiron, Kimya Dawson, and Mirah.



Check out LAKE’s MySpace to hear some older tracks and their website to hear “Don’t Give Up.”