The Hour Of Michael Cormier-O’Leary Is Upon Us
The prolific Philly musician on Hour's stirring Ghost Bridge , his recent solo EP, and co-running one of the best labels in indie music The post The Hour Of Michael Cormier-O’Leary Is Upon Us appeared first on Stereogum .
The Philadelphia musician, Michael Cormier-O'Leary, has been involved with Hour, the basement-DIY chamber-pop ensemble. Hour's new album Ghost Bridge drops this Friday and features a 13-member lineup. Cormier-O'Leary is also the longtime drummer for Friendship and 2nd Grade, and co-runs Dear Life Records. He recently released a new solo EP, Proof Enough.
Ghost Bridge is the occasion for a recent interview with Cormier-O'Leary, where he discusses Hour, his solo work, his record label, and more. The pandemic, moving to Maine, and the growth of the band from different regions contributed to the increase in Hour's productivity. Cormier-O'Leary studied music in college but didn't have a supportive environment for his unique approach to composition.
He then found support in the West Philly scene, which later inspired him to create Hour's distinct sound. The band has expanded since Cormier-O'Leary returned to Philly in 2023, combining musicians from the northeast and Philadelphia.
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