THE ERLY
contact: Kevin Vargo (Management) - kevin@theerlyband.com
social media: Instagram / Facebook / Spotify / Youtube / Website
hometown: Niles, Michigan
genres: Jazz-Rock/Folk-Rock/Jam (live)
members: Collin Mattiford (Bass Guitar, Vocals), Fran Gleason (Drums, Vocals), Trevor McDonald (Guitar, Vocals), Simon Kauffman Hurst (Keyboards)
albums: Culture Fever (2023), Reckless (2021), Shadows (2018)
press: Earmilk / Markets Herald / Music Times / Red Chuck Productions / Soul Tracks / Clout / Jammerzine / FMS / Music Crowns / Turtle Tempo / Tinnitist / Mystic Sons
opened for: Cracker, MAX, Miles Nielson and The Rusted Hearts w/Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick, Adelitas Way, The Nth Power, Joe Marcinek Band, Jessica Hartwick
Music
Live Videos
Tracing Circles live at The Garage (South Bend, IN)
Red Roof Inn (Stripped Down for NPR Tiny Desk)
Documentary courtesy of J2 Marketing
Live at Earworm Records
Live at The Garage Bar
Live montage
Music Videos
Promo Photos
Biography
short bio: Strangers in the same old crowd, cigarettes on the rebound, The Erly is Michiana's main source of jazz rock and indie-groove. Formed in 2018, The Erly features an ensemble of musicians that all contribute to lead vocals and solos. Latest album "Culture Fever" finds the nostalgic, indie groove combo at their most retro, with enough chutzpah to keep it from being tacky.
THE ERLY IS Collin Mattiford - Bass/Vocals Trevor McDonald - Guitar/Vocals Fran Gleason - Drums/Vocals Simon Kauffman Hurst - Keyboards/Vocals
long bio: The Erly combines sonic elements from the ‘60s and ‘70s Rock, Jazz, and Folk, creating a fresh “Modern Retro” sound and vibe of their own. The quartet’s music features clean guitar work, layered vocals, and groovy undertones that energize even their most solemn-sounding tracks. The band is composed of drummer Fran Gleason, bassist Collin Mattiford, guitarist Trevor McDonald, and keyboardist Simon Hurst, with all members featured on vocals. The Erly was created in 2018 when Mattiford and Gleason decided to expand upon their pre-established musical duo. Since their formation, The Erly has released three full length albums (Shadows 2018, Reckless 2021, Culture Fever 2023), with more music on the way. Their newest album, Culture Fever, released on November 3rd, 2023.
Meet The Band
Collin Mattiford - Bass Guitar/Vocals. Lead Vocals: Tracing Circles, Hey Amanda, Waiting, & many more!
Trevor McDonald - Guitar/Vocals Lead Vocals: Tread Around, Jasmine, & Faces in the Attic
Fran Gleason - Drums/Vocals Lead Vocals: Flame The Main, Red Roof Inn, & Anything BT Everything
Simon Kauffman Hurst - Keyboards Occasionally caught singing “She’s In My Shoe“ by Theo Katzman
Press
“‘Tracing Circles,’ not only showcases the spontaneity that forms the heart of what The Erly create, but their tight-knit dynamic which lends a sense of intimacy to their offerings.” - Earmilk (full article here)
“The Erly is known for their unique blend of disco-infused sounds and visually captivating storytelling, and with this latest release, they are set to set the stage on fire.” - Markets Herald (full article here)
“A real star quality in their songwriting and instrumentation that is impossible to ignore.” - Clout (full article here)
“The Michigan-based pop/soul band The Erly is new to us, but there are traces of two generation of great artists in their bright music. With a clear love for both 70s pop and funk, The Erly is a tasty throwback that sounds completely fresh.” - Soultracks (full article here)