Crying is an American rock band from Purchase, New York formed in 2013. They consist of Elaiza Santos (vocals), Ryan Galloway (guitars, keyboards) and Kynwyn Sterling (drums).[5] Crying have released two EPs and released their debut album Beyond the Fleeting Gales in October 2016.[6]
Crying | |
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 Crying performing in Cologne in January 2017 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Purchase, New York, U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Labels |
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| Members | Elaiza Santos Ryan Galloway Kynwyn Sterling |
| Past members | Nick Corbo |
| Website | wearecrying wearecrying |
History
editCrying was formed in May 2013 at State University of New York at Purchase.[7] The band was formed by Elaiza Santos (Vocals), Ryan Galloway (Guitars/Programming), and Nick Corbo (Drums). In 2013, the group released their debut EP Get Olde via Double Double Whammy.[5] The band later released a remix EP of Get Olde with additional new tracks and b-sides titled Return to Olde World: Demos and B-Sides.
In 2014 Crying released their second EP, Second Wind via Bandcamp. The band then signed to Run for Cover Records and reissued their first two EPs in a compilation, Get Olde/Second Wind.[5] In 2015, Corbo left Crying to focus on his other band, LVL UP. In March, the band released a standalone single, "Patriot", via the band's Bandcamp, in which a remixed version would later be featured on the band's debut LP.
In August 2016, the band announced their debut LP, Beyond the Fleeting Gales, would be released by Run For Cover on October 14, 2016. On August 24, 2016, the band released the track, "Wool in the Wash", from the upcoming LP.[8]
In March 2017, the band performed a live session on Audiotree and it was released via streaming services.[9]
In 2020, Ryan Galloway formed a band with Michelle Zauner called Bumper. The band released their debut EP pop songs 2020 on 4 September 2020.[4]
Band members
editCurrent members
edit- Elaiza "Z" Santos – vocals[2] (2013–present)
- Ryan Galloway – guitar, synthesizer, Game Boy (2013–present)
- Kynwyn Sterling – drums[5] (2017–present)
Former members
edit- Nick Corbo – drums (2013–2017)
Discography
editStudio albums
edit| Title | Album details |
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| Beyond the Fleeting Gales |
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Extended plays
edit| Year | Title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Get Olde[10] | Self-released |
| 2014 | Return to Olde World: Demos and B-Side[11] | Self-released |
| 2014 | Second Wind[12][13] | Self-released |
Singles
edit| Year | Title | Album/EP |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | "Patriot"[14] | Beyond the Fleeting Gales
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| 2016 | "Wool in the Wash" | Beyond the Fleeting Gales
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Compilation albums
edit| Title | Album details |
|---|---|
| Get Olde/Second Wind[15] |
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Live albums
edit| Title | Album details |
|---|---|
| Crying on Audiotree Live[16] |
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References
edit- ^ a b Gorman, Dan (24 October 2013). "Chiptune and Indie-Rock Collide on Crying's EP "Get Olde"". Modern Superior. Retrieved 16 December 2014.
- ^ a b Jones, Natalya. "Electropop Band Crying Will Have You Emoting in Margate". Broward Palm Beach NewTimes. Retrieved 16 December 2014.
- ^ a b "Songs We Love: 100%, 'Room 336'". NPR. Retrieved March 14, 2022.
- ^ a b Moreland, Quinn (September 11, 2020). "BUMPER: pop songs 2020 EP Album Review". Pitchfork. Retrieved June 25, 2021.
- ^ a b c d Monger, Timothy. "Crying | Biography & History". AllMusic. Retrieved 2016-11-15.
- ^ Monger, Timothy. "Beyond the Fleeting Gales - Crying Review". AllMusic. Retrieved 2016-11-15.
- ^ Hanley, Shane (December 18, 2014). "We Interview Crying After Their Set At The Music Hall". Pancakes And Whiskey. Retrieved 2016-11-15.
- ^ Monger, Timothy. "Crying - Beyond the Fleeting Gales". AllMusic. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
- ^ "Crying on Audiotree Live". 10 October 2016. Retrieved December 17, 2020 – via Spotify.
- ^ Thompson, Emily. "Premiere: Crying - "Bodega Run"". The Le Sigh. Archived from the original on 16 December 2014. Retrieved 16 December 2014.
- ^ "Return to Olde World: Demos and B-Sides | Crying". Retrieved December 14, 2020 – via Bandcamp.
- ^ Rettig, James (6 November 2014). "Crying – "Emblem" (Stereogum Premiere)". Stereogum. Retrieved 16 December 2014.
- ^ Hill, John (11 November 2014). "Check Out the New Album from Crying and Be Hella Happy". Vice. Retrieved 16 December 2014.
- ^ "Patriot | Crying". Retrieved December 14, 2020 – via Bandcamp.
- ^ "Get Olde Second Wind | Crying". Retrieved December 14, 2020 – via Bandcamp.
- ^ "Crying on Audiotree Live - album by Crying". 10 October 2016. Retrieved December 14, 2020 – via Spotify.