Heavy Rotation: Broken Water - High-Lo

9:03am March 3 2015

By Cosmic Amanda Founder | Executive Director · she/her

I've been hearing this gem of a track pop up on a ton of BFF.fm shows lately- and for good reason!

When I first heard High-Lo by Broken Water I was instantly transported back to the moment I fell in love with underground music, when I joined my college radio station in 1994. It was a time when Sub Pop and K ruled everything around me. Wrought was recorded by producer Steve Fisk, of Sub Pop and K fame, so it's no surprise that the album harkens back heavily.

But, Broken Water is more than just a throwback band. Their aesthetic blends the very best of what made me crush so hard on the DIY sounds of the Pacific Northwest in the mid 90s- glittery shoegaze guitar, airy vocals, lyrics that put the writer's vulnerability on full unabashed display, plus just a touch of grunge. Take a listen:

Ahhhhhh- yeah, that's the stuff.

Wrought is out 3/24 via Night-People Records

Cosmic Amanda

Founder | Executive Director · she/her

I founded BFF.fm in 2013 because I believe in the power of community radio to play an integral role in our local music scene, and that a great Internet station can bring the Bay Area sound to the world.

People look at me sideways when I explain that one day I just decided to start an online radio station. I knew I could figure it out, and today BFF.fm is a vibrant community of talented DJs and dedicated volunteers, working together to make our mission happen!

I’m proud of the impact BFF.fm has had on the community and the opportunities it has afforded our listeners and our DJs. In 4 years we’ve hosted hundreds of bands in studio, presented dozens of local music showcases, and booked local support for touring acts playing larger venues.