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History of Painters

Rank #2 San Luis Obispo, CA Alternative / Folk

50% of sales go to the charity charity: water.

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About

Members: Justin Hooper- Piano/Guitar/Vocals, Joshua Cody- Guitar/Mandolin/Vocals

Sounds Like: Mumford and Sons, Bon Iver, Fleet Foxes, The Avett Brothers, Simon & Garfunkel

Label: Unsigned

Bio: History of Painters is a hopeful, melodic band that is comprised of two songwriters who together strive to create genuine, heartfelt Alternative/Folk music. They put the truth and their hearts in every song they write and are dedicated to making honest music that makes a difference. Moved by arti... See Full Bio

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Looks like we're currently #1 on the ReverbNation Alt. charts for The Central Coast. Cool! http://www.reverbnation.com/historyofpainters

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"Impressed by what I heard at Live Oak [Music Festival] and by the combination of modesty, maturity, humor and dedication I noted by my interview with them, I expect to be one of those happy locals who can someday say 'I knew them when.' "

— Will Jones, Journal Plus: Magazine of the Central Coast

“The Californian duo’s style is very much contemporary folk-Americana; the sort of thing Bon Iver and Fleet Foxes do and sell millions. Hooper and Cody have yet to sell their first million, but who needs fame, wealth and acclaim, and all the troublesome paraphernalia that goes with each, when you’re capable of making records like this one... There are moments on “The World Is Greener” that are painfully beautiful; the harmonies are spellbinding and the melodies entwine and may possibly enslave...”

— Leicester Bangs

“If Mumford and Sons wasn’t afraid to introduce the Alt. format to the banjo, then Josh and Justin, the creative forces in History of Painters, are ready to fearlessly bring you the mandolin and toy piano... Uplifting and inspiring, they bring a positive vibe with their music from the coast of California. ”

— Dead Air Dave from U.N.C.L.E Promo, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang E-Zine

“...the harmonies that Justin and Josh provide, add something special to their tunes. Tunes, like "Blue Dress", that captivate the mind with beautiful, well written lyrics. As well as full bodied music which is both, equally intricate and simple at the same time. Point blank History Of Painters stands out by mixing Justin and Josh's music writing and playing styles, bringing us something unique and memorable.”

— The Girl with the Blue Bow

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Fri
May 24

Kreuzberg, CA on Higuera
San Luis Obispo, CA, US | 7:30pm
Kreuzberg, CA on Higuera
San Luis Obispo, CA, US
Fri May 24 7:30pm
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This will be our last show as History of Painters, so come on out for 2 hours of music for our last hurrah. Hope to see you there!