Braids

Braids put forward a robust sound punctuated by Standell-Preston's soaring vocals: her ability to convey angst and emotion while nearly belting offered multiple stunning moments throughout the night.

Rock House, St. Johns, Canada

Currently supporting this year's Deep in the Iris the three-piece have never sounded so assured and their show is a shining example of their musical growth and confidence.

Even though the weather has dipped below the optimal early spring weather for the past week the inside of the Horseshoe Tavern had more than enough heat to go around.

There's a sweeping quality to Braids' music, and this translates particularly well on stage. Their three-person setup — including Standell-Preston on vocals and guitar, Taylor Smith on keys and bass, and Austin Tufts on drums — is tight and effective, with every sound, key and strum in perfect harmony. Stande

They had previously seen each other in the school orchestra; he played drums, she played clarinet.

Braids’ new instinct for pop hasn’t dulled their ability to create thrilling, ambitious songs.