Indie Pop Duo; Known for Albums "My Solo Project" & "Re-Arrange Us"; Billboard-Charting Artists
Mates of State Biography
Mates of State is an American indie pop duo composed of Kori Gardner and Jason Hammel. The pair first met in Lawrence, Kansas, where they played together in a four-piece rock band called Vosotros, both contributing vocals and guitar. After performing in nearly 20 bands between them, Gardner and Hammel transitioned to a duo format, focusing on organ, drums, and call-and-response vocal harmonies to develop their distinctive indie pop sound. Relocating from Lawrence to San Francisco, the duo became active in the local music scene and began touring along the West Coast.
The band's debut album, "My Solo Project," features 12 tracks that showcase their unconventional approach to pop music. The album received critical attention from publications including San Francisco Bay Guardian and New York Times, which listed it among "10 worthwhile albums you may have missed." Gardner and Hammel, who married early in their career, signed with Polyvinyl Records before recording subsequent releases. Under Polyvinyl, Mates of State released "Our Constant Concern," "Team Boo," and the "All Day" EP. "Team Boo" gained traction on college radio as the band toured with acts such as Victory at Sea, The Thermals, and Death Cab for Cutie.
Following their time with Polyvinyl, Mates of State joined Barsuk Records, releasing "Bring It Back" and "Re-Arrange Us." "Re-Arrange Us" debuted at number 140 on the Billboard 200 and number 10 on the Tastemakers charts in the United States. The album explores themes of marriage, parenthood, and balancing personal life with a music career. The duo recorded the follow-up album, "Mountaintops," in multiple studios and collaborated with mixer Chris Coady.
Gardner and Hammel are known for their energetic vocal performances, often singing complementary melodies and lyrics simultaneously. By the release of "Mountaintops," Mates of State had established a long-standing presence in the indie pop scene. The band continued to tour and later released "Greats," a collection of their hits, and the EP "You're Going to Make It." Mates of State has released four EPs and seven full-length studio albums, maintaining a significant role in the American indie pop landscape.
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