I Wish I Was A Punk Band is the solo expression of multi-instrumentalist Phil Hamilton.  Utilizing drum machines, swirling guitars, and stark vocal effects, IWIWAPB crafts intricate soundscapes under vague melodic threads to create dreamy indie / bedroom pop.

The upcoming single, Threadcount, was recorded with TRG Music, mixed at Bear Creek, and mastered by Rachel Fields at Resonant Mastering.  The single is a love song to the existential dread that prevents you from leaving your bed.  It is the first single off an upcoming EP titled Same As Yesterday.

The latest release, The World In Which We Already Live, was recorded with TRG Music and mastered by Rachel Fields at Resonant Mastering.  The EP touches on the anxiety of climate catastrophe and the mental exhaustion it provokes.

Hamilton’s first album, Takeda Bleach, was released on Feb 18th, 2020, with Mathieu Riede Studios.  The album pulls on wisps of nostalgia as it explores the memory distortions and biases of one’s youth.

Bio

• “… that quirky indie sound that brings a little light to the listen, while the vulnerability keeps things real.” :: Indie Shuffle

• “The swirling instrumentation and faint vocal effects make the atmosphere even more like a half-awake dream, torn between waking up or staying tucked under the covers.” :: Parapop

• “… provides an organic aura around an electronically driven soundscape. Looking forward to seeing what else this talented artist has up his sleeve.” :: Northwest Music Scene

• “…existential dread never sounded so woozy.” :: Electric Sound of Joy

• “Their lo-fi alchemy transmutes trauma into beauty.” :: Podcart

• “The futuristic sounds of IWIWAPB come courtesy of heavily-affected guitars and synthetic peculiarities.” :: No Transmission

• “…a lush and expansive dreamy indie psych and folk blend” :: We All Want Someone to Shout For

• “…[he] echoes the introspective and melancholic style of bands like The National and Death Cab for Cutie, while carving out [a] unique sonic identity” :: B-Side Guys

• “…  you get this raw, earthy, emotionally-driven piece of excellence. I needed something like this. I have been craving this reaction and excitement upon hearing a new song for quite some time.” :: Ear to the Ground

• “…melody [is] at the core of everything rather than magical production” :: mp3hugger

Seattle, WA 

Tractor Tavern -- Sessions In Place -- Royal Room -- Barboza -- Chop Suey -- Sunset Tavern -- Central Saloon -- Substation -- Vermillion -- Tim’s Tavern -- Conor Byrne  -- Sofar Sounds -- Southgate Roller Rink

Bellingham, WA

The Shakedown

Everett, WA

Black Lab Gallery -- Lucky Dime

Olympia, WA

Rhythms Coffee

Corvallis, OR

Bombs Away -- Old World Deli

Eugene, OR

Sam Bond’s Garage

Portland, OR

The Fixin’ To -- Shanghai Tunnel Bar -- Kelly’s Olympian -- Sofar Sounds

Los Angeles, CA

Ham and Eggs -- Silverlake Lounge

San Francisco, CA 

Honey Hive Gallery -- Sofar Sounds

Carrboro, NC

2nd Wind

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