Swell
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concerts and tour dates
Past
JUN
26
2024
Praha, Czech Republic
Underdogs' Ballroom & Bar
I Was There
DEC
09
2023
Seattle, WA
Madame Lou's
I Was There
DEC
08
2023
Portland, OR
Mississippi Studios
I Was There
DEC
05
2023
San Francisco, CA
The Independent
I Was There
DEC
04
2023
Los Angeles, CA
Resident
I Was There
APR
19
2023
Maastricht, Netherlands
Muziekgieterij
I Was There
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About Swell
Swell are an American indie and lo-fi band formed in San Francisco, USA in 1989 by David Freel (guitar/vocals) and drummer Sean Kirkpatrick. Joined by bassist Monte Vallier and second guitarist John Dettman, the band issued their self-titled debut album (1990) and follow-up 'Well..?' (1991) on their own Psycho Specific imprint to positive reviews and college radio airplay.
Plaudits from musical luminaries such as British DJ John Peel followed, and in the tailwind of the grunge explosion Swell signed a record deal with Warner Brothers offshoot Def American. Their first major-label album '41' (1994) was released to a warm critical reception, but problems with Def American's finances led to Swell leaving the label with fourth album 'Too Many Days Without Thinking' already partly recorded.
Swell's original members reformed to play some shows in 2023 to pay tribute to the singer David Freel who passed away in April of 2022.
Talitres Records in France has rereleased the re-mastered third album "41" on vinyl and it is available on the band's BandCamp page: https://swell41.bandcamp.com/album/41
source: wikipedia
Plaudits from musical luminaries such as British DJ John Peel followed, and in the tailwind of the grunge explosion Swell signed a record deal with Warner Brothers offshoot Def American. Their first major-label album '41' (1994) was released to a warm critical reception, but problems with Def American's finances led to Swell leaving the label with fourth album 'Too Many Days Without Thinking' already partly recorded.
Swell's original members reformed to play some shows in 2023 to pay tribute to the singer David Freel who passed away in April of 2022.
Talitres Records in France has rereleased the re-mastered third album "41" on vinyl and it is available on the band's BandCamp page: https://swell41.bandcamp.com/album/41
source: wikipedia
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Genres:
Alternative, Indie
Hometown:
San Francisco, California
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Salt Life Salty Swell Long Sleeve Tee...
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I'm Swell Funny Personality Character...
$16.98
Swells Over Spells Funny For Men Wome...
$15.99
Swell Skateboards Take Out Short Slee...
$29.99
Summer Coconut Bra Halloween Costume ...
$19.99
Billabong Magic Swell Girls Boyfriend...
$25.99
Leave It to Beaver Swell Unisex Adult...
$15.99
Retro HOPEWELL Shirt Vintage City HOP...
$19.86
Pork Chops And Applesauce That's Swel...
$17.99
concerts and tour dates
Past
JUN
26
2024
Praha, Czech Republic
Underdogs' Ballroom & Bar
I Was There
DEC
09
2023
Seattle, WA
Madame Lou's
I Was There
DEC
08
2023
Portland, OR
Mississippi Studios
I Was There
DEC
05
2023
San Francisco, CA
The Independent
I Was There
DEC
04
2023
Los Angeles, CA
Resident
I Was There
APR
19
2023
Maastricht, Netherlands
Muziekgieterij
I Was There
Show More Dates
Fan Reviews
About Swell
Swell are an American indie and lo-fi band formed in San Francisco, USA in 1989 by David Freel (guitar/vocals) and drummer Sean Kirkpatrick. Joined by bassist Monte Vallier and second guitarist John Dettman, the band issued their self-titled debut album (1990) and follow-up 'Well..?' (1991) on their own Psycho Specific imprint to positive reviews and college radio airplay.
Plaudits from musical luminaries such as British DJ John Peel followed, and in the tailwind of the grunge explosion Swell signed a record deal with Warner Brothers offshoot Def American. Their first major-label album '41' (1994) was released to a warm critical reception, but problems with Def American's finances led to Swell leaving the label with fourth album 'Too Many Days Without Thinking' already partly recorded.
Swell's original members reformed to play some shows in 2023 to pay tribute to the singer David Freel who passed away in April of 2022.
Talitres Records in France has rereleased the re-mastered third album "41" on vinyl and it is available on the band's BandCamp page: https://swell41.bandcamp.com/album/41
source: wikipedia
Plaudits from musical luminaries such as British DJ John Peel followed, and in the tailwind of the grunge explosion Swell signed a record deal with Warner Brothers offshoot Def American. Their first major-label album '41' (1994) was released to a warm critical reception, but problems with Def American's finances led to Swell leaving the label with fourth album 'Too Many Days Without Thinking' already partly recorded.
Swell's original members reformed to play some shows in 2023 to pay tribute to the singer David Freel who passed away in April of 2022.
Talitres Records in France has rereleased the re-mastered third album "41" on vinyl and it is available on the band's BandCamp page: https://swell41.bandcamp.com/album/41
source: wikipedia
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Genres:
Alternative, Indie
Hometown:
San Francisco, California
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