The Heavy Hours - The Heavy Hours

Having made an acclaimed debut in the midst of a worldwide crisis, THE HEAVY HOURS are now set to release their self-titled debut album, a collection that exemplifies their distinctive strain of warm-hearted, open-armed alternative rock. The Cincinnati, OH-based band—consisting of Michael Marcagi (vocals), AJ Yorio (guitar), Jonathan Moon (bass) and Flint Mccallum (drums)—infuse well-crafted powerful songs with uncommon honesty and a radiant energy that converts subtle strokes into an altogether different kind of volume. The Heavy Hours packs an emotional punch from the very first chord, fusing larger-than-life melodies and epic choruses with soulful, sophisticated songcraft and remarkably universal lyrical spirit. Fueled by support from such Ohio heroes as The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach (a co-writer on their first single “Don’t Walk Away”), The Heavy Hours made their way to Sun Mountain Studios in bucolic Boiceville, NY to record with renowned producer Simon Felice (The Lumineers, Matt Maeson, The Avett Brothers) along with his longtime studio collaborator Dave Baron (Vance Joy, Matt Maeson). Refreshingly authentic and impossible to ignore, the debut album further spotlights the spirited versatility and simple elegance that The Heavy Hours have cultivated since day one. Songs like “Wildfire” and “You Say My Name” masterfully defines The Heavy Hours’ overall approach, melding heart-wrenching, impressionistic lyrics with cinematic scope and joyous musicality.