Artist Spotlight – Picture Atlantic

This week’s Artist Spotlight comes from San Francisco-based Picture Atlantic. We came across the trio on SoundCloud this week and was hooked instantly.

The band have released their latest album ‘Assouf’ last month including single ‘Lord Have Mercy’. Nikolaus Bartunek’s voice remeinds me a lot of Kassassin Street’s frontman Rowan Bastable.

Picture Atlantic is an indie music has an explosive sound and an openhearted approach to songcraft. With hints of new wave, Blur and Jeff Buckley, their youthful exuberance is apparent on every track.

Vocalist and guitarist Nikolaus Bartunek is a true standout, leading the way with his striking vocal style and erratic, supercharged performances. Bassist Ryan Blair and drummer Daniel Martinez provide the backbone and creative counterpoint to Nik’s haunting melodies.

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