Pullin’ ‘Tubes: Fox Trap

Gram Parsons coined the term “Cosmic American Music” as a way to describe his unique blend of country, Americana and rock. It’s a term that I couldn’t get out of my head when I finally got a chance to see the Fleet Foxes and Blitzen Trapper – two bands that I’ve previous fluffed on this here blog – on Saturday night.

I was absolutely blown away by both acts, who have a very throwback quality to their sounds. The Fleet Foxes easily would have fit into the Laural Canyon scene with their lilting CSNY-esque harmonies, while Blitzen Trapper may have been found up in San Francisco on the psychedelic ballroom circuit. Since I can now vouch for their live show, I wanted to give you a taste…

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Their joint tour continues over the next month, so if it’s coming to a city near you go and see it. We bet you won’t be disappointed.