Crafting driving, rootsy, rock, Band of Horses have become one of the stars of
the US indie scene and drawn huge critical acclaim for their ambitious,
cinematic Americana and lush, classic melodies. Led by front man Ben Bridwell,
the band formed in Seattle after the demise of his former group Carissa's Wierd
and were signed up by cult independent label Sub Pop after being spotted
supporting Iron And Wine. Relocating to South Carolina for second album Cease To
Begin (2007) proved a turning point, as the band embraced country influences and
the more rural environment, and started t...