Already being deemed one of Atlanta’ s best up and coming bands by Creative Loafing, Mermaids was formed by friends, Matt McCalvin (formerly of Gringo Star), Ryan Fetter (formerly of The Barberries), Noah Adams, Jawsh Hughes and Sam Wagstaff. Mermaid’s journey has been a whirlwind to say the least. After recruiting drummer, Ryan Fetter, fresh off his stint as a character at Disneyland, the group branded their own mix of tropical-punk rock-doo-wop. Since forming in Jan 2010, the guys have enjoyed local praise from press and radio, along with a successful week in Austin during SXSW 2010 where they graced the stage at several showcases and rooftop parties.
While playing in many side projects, such as The Fixed Focus (with members of The Black Lips, Abby Gogo and The Electric Cycles) and Atlanta band, The Clap, their first love remains Mermaids. Having shared the stage with bands such as Atlas Sound, Carnivores, Selmanaires, Howlies, The Coathangers and Gentleman Jesse and His Men everywhere from house shows to bars to warehouses, Mermaids have firmly cemented their stake in Atlanta. With the release of their debut 7” in August and their LP scheduled for release in conjunction with CMJ 2010 (Pretty Ambitious Records), these guys have high aspirations, and no one can stop them now. |
