Hello!
Welcome to our first newsletter! Every month we are going to share what’s been going on here at Understory Records, and write about things we’re excited about. If you’re looking for a break from your algorithm, this is the place to be!
First and foremost, we had a thrilling launch party on February 28th over at Smithers Brewing Company. We crammed every last person we could into that room (95!) and had a beautiful evening of music and community. We had folks drive from all over the North to attend. Black Mountain Howl set up a little table to share their very cool magazine, which came all the way from Fort Saint James. A posse of seven came from Prince George and helped us put up decorations before the event. And Oscar Carlick AKA Puddy Waters attended all the way from Quesnel! I am so proud of Smithers for the great turn out. There were at least three big community events going on that night, and from what I’ve heard, each one had an amazing turn out. Go team!
We didn’t have our records in time to bust out a turntable, but we did have a recording of a test pressing of the record, so we were able to play that to open up the evening. Wedgwood performed the dreamiest of sets, which sounded incredible. My band played after, and it was a real mishmash of music. I played some of my songs, some Pitted tunes, and Elijah Quinn jumped up for a couple of songs too! Then Urchin played their unique brand of salty uncle rock late into the evening. The dance floor was really bumping by then, especially with the addition of the crew from Camino y Despedida who arrived after their performance earlier in the evening. I had the best time. I ate so much sugar and drank so much kombucha. I definitely paid for it the next day, but I can still party like I used to.
As I mentioned, we didn’t have our records. There was a manufacturing defect that was found during quality control at the record factory, so they are being pressed again and will arrive soon! We have been collecting names for when they arrive, and the list is filling up very fast. We only have 100 records for this run, so please reach out if you want to secure one! We also have cute stickers available now too. When records do arrive, I will get our online shop up and running, and they will be available locally at Bettyz on Broadway Ave. They are just reopening an exciting change in format, and we’re excited to be a part of the new chapter in that sweet little shop!
In other news, our radio show will be premiering this week! You can hear it on CICK Radio at 93.9, or online at their website. We’ll also include an RRS feed on our website, and soon everything will be on the HIO app.
Here’s some things we think you should check out!
Black Mountain Howl Subscription Form
Oh! And a little forest floor update: There is still snow on the ground, but it’s melting fast. I always really notice lungwort this time of year, and soon new plants will start pushing up from the earth. It smells like spring! Let us know what’s going on in your neck of the woods!
xoxo
Naomi (and Pam)
Leave a Reply