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THE RECEIVER
Alternative / Indie / Other

"Length of Arms" available now!



COLUMBUS, Ohio
United States

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Last Login:  11/11/2009
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   THE RECEIVER: General Info
Member Since1/1/2005
Band Websitethereceivermusic.com
Band MembersCasey Cooper - programming, bass, keyboards, vocals

Jesse Cooper - drums, vocals

Sean Gardner - (live) guitar, keyboards, vocals
Influences















The Beatles, Radiohead, Pink Floyd, Yes, Blonde Redhead, Elliott Smith, Rufus Wainwright, Mum, Beck, Bjork, Air, Sigur Ros
Sounds LikeBooking Inquiries: email jc@1305artists.com
Record LabelVital Music Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 19 2009 10:00P
The Union Athens, Ohio
Nov 20 2009 10:00P
Blind Bob’s Dayton, Ohio
Nov 21 2009 10:00P
Skully’s Music Diner Columbus, Ohio
Nov 28 2009 10:00P
The Vollrath Indianapolis, Indiana

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   About THE RECEIVER
  The Receiver is multi-instrumentalist Casey Cooper and his equally talented brother, drummer Jesse. Decades itself is a glimmering album, its many charms gauged to engage both musical masters and the masses alike. A number of the musical themes and progressions are returned to across the set, but each time in a different mode, some subtly changed, others more radically altered in tempo, arrangement and key. The trained musician will inevitably find these variations scintillating and inspired, but in the grander scheme, especially with the careful sequencing, it creates a sublime whole comprised of musical currents that continually ebb and flow. It also enhances the wonderfully organic feel of the album, and a sense of drifting languorously on a sea of sound, further enhanced by Cooper's almost breathy vocals, sweet and understated, but laden with emotion. Unlike most albums, Decades is best experienced as a whole rather than in its constituent parts. Heard in pieces, the set loses its magnificent flow, the subtle shifts in atmospheres, the overarching crescendos of the album's dynamics, and the internal cohesion of the musical themes. Still, some of the more willful and aggressive numbers like "Afternoon," "In Tunnels," and "Goliath" stand firmly on their own, as does the lovely, harmonic "Sober Hands." All told, Decades is a gorgeous album, filled with a richness of sound and moods, with a glowing ambience that must be heard to be believed.
-All Music Guide

"The followup, the recently released Length of Arms, is better in every way, and reveals not only the expected Radiohead influences, but a beefed-up synth attack and, God help me, a love of hoary '70s prog rock that only contemporary bands like Arcade Fire and The Decemberists can pull off well. Add The Receiver to that rarefied list....In short, this is a very, very fine album. They've borrowed the best from the best, and made something entirely their own."
-Paste Magazine

"9.5/10. Their latest work is one of the most textured, trippy and spacious albums of the year so far, brimming with genius instrumentation and ethereal melodies."
-Stereo Subversion

"It’s like an electronic, alien orchestra...It’s rare to hear an album this artfully arranged."
-The Other Paper

"These compositions are smart, intricate, and totally mentally absorbing."
-Babysue

"Decades is constantly impressive and epic, carrying influences like Air, Sigur Rós, and reminders of the previously mentioned classic rock outfits. Truly, this disc is a transcendent piece of music....This is an album made by musicians who not only know that they’re breaking new ground, they level it with each step..."
-transformonline.com

"Well produced and well executed, this exceptional debut will be a hit with fans of Sigur Ros, Air, Radiohead and likeminded contemporaries..."
-thetripwire.com

"Decades features intricate keyboard arrangements, coupled with lush and fluid vocals. Songs like “Afternoon” and “One In” are soft and comfortable, with gentle crescendos and emotional undertones."
-Amplifier Magazine

"So why should you care? For several reasons. First, Casey is a fine composer. And "composer" really is the operative word here. Decades is an album that needs to be heard as a whole, if only to hear the way Casey weaves his motifs in and out through the various songs. He's adept at the kind of symphonic post-rock synthesis that bands such as Godspeed You, Black Emperor and Sigur Ros work to perfection."
-Andy Whitman, writer for Paste Magazine

"The pounding “In Tunnels” recalls at once Simian’s “Never Be Alone” and the crystalline crescendos Death Cab For Cutie have perfected, though Casey Cooper’s alternating falsetto sometimes glides in impenetrable Floydian prog-clouds."
-Illinois Entertainer

"Nearly every song on the record is almost perfectly written and maintains a great balance between amazing musicianship and strong song writing."
-The Daily Cardinal (Madison, WI)


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Six Gallery (Weekend Warrior FALL TOUR)

Six Gallery (Weekend Warrior FALL TOUR)



Oct 31 2009 3:45 PM

Thin Lizzy could not have said it better... the boys are back in town.
Qualia

Qualia



Oct 25 2009 11:53 PM

thank you for being a friend ;) cheers, ali
FAR EAST AUDIO WEAPON

FAR EAST AUDIO WEAPON



Oct 25 2009 8:37 AM

''visitor'' i think its a master piece. great composing.
i was deeply mooved. i like your deep, melancholic, but beautiful voice.
like the john lennon.

i think you are real true great artist.

i pray that you will be a succesful artist for a long time.

take care of you. have a great weekend(^0^*)
pash

pash



Oct 21 2009 6:29 PM

why do you play in DC when i go out of town. you guys are gay.

erik
Luxora

Luxora



Oct 1 2009 11:01 PM

We are exited to play this show with you guys.  See you then!!!!!
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Sep 22 2009 2:17 PM

can't make it on the 27th guys. we're playing in addison. like your sound. respect to ya. glenn
AMETHYST FACTOR

AMETHYST FACTOR



Sep 11 2009 5:15 AM

Hope all's well on the tour, gents. It was beyond a pleasure to hear you live, and to have you as house-guests. You're always welcome in MPLS...

-Damian 
Samer Almadani Photography www.sameralmadani.com

Samer Almadani



Sep 11 2009 3:27 AM

Hope tour is going well! Really wish I couldve caught your show at the Darkroom!!! (Flight back into Chicago was delayed). Hope you guys come back through soon.
Amy ツ

Amy ツ



Sep 10 2009 10:00 PM

Love the new pics...especially the van hood. Hilarious.
Toads and Mice

Toads and Mice



Sep 4 2009 2:27 AM

Perhaps the best Columbus band by any standard. We are floating faeries.
ick von blow ball

ick von blow ball



Sep 3 2009 1:41 AM

just listened to the new album. great job...i am going to be completley honest because i really like this band.  the "live" guitarist needs to be on the album, end of story!!! your insane not to have him in there... there are some things that analog glory cannot replace

some of the keyboard on this album reminds me of Midlake's Bamnan and Silvercorck
ick von blow ball

ick von blow ball



Sep 3 2009 12:37 AM

can you guys come out to denver, im sure the Larimer Lounge will take you in and you can blow the minds of these pathetic coloradans...including myself
Why Kant We Kiss

Why Kant We Kiss



Aug 27 2009 8:12 AM

Thanks for connecting!
Maartje
xxx

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Andrew Hartman Music

Andrew Hartman Music



Aug 25 2009 4:02 PM

glad to see you guys are doing well casey!
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F S P



Aug 19 2009 8:36 PM

Best of wishes with all of your upcoming events in life and
music...

Captain of Industry

Captain of Industry



Aug 19 2009 1:45 AM

Sorry I could not attend your recent show in D town. Hope to hear your new work soon. If you see the happy man give him my best regards!

                               Nathan
Help Is On The Way

Help Is On The Way



Aug 18 2009 4:29 PM

Help Is On The Way will be at Ravari Room this Saturday!
Flotation Walls

Flotation Walls



Aug 15 2009 7:12 PM

You guys were also great! Go team! Hope your September tour goes well! Both The Frequency and Velvet Lounge are good spots.
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The Last Hour (Album on sale $5)



Aug 15 2009 4:01 AM



Hey we just really wanted to thank you for letting us be your friend on Myspace. Stop by and leave us a comment and let everyone know what you think of our band. Remember we can’t do all this without you, so we need your support any way you can give it.

And remember all our songs are available on  iTunes, Rhapsody, ect or any other major online store. Or if you want the disc you can get it @ www.thelasthour.bigcartel.com. We need your support spreading the music! Thanks guys!

Rock it,

-TLH
Flotation Walls

Flotation Walls



Aug 13 2009 4:33 PM

Excited to play with you guys again tomorrow!
THE WET DARLINGS

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Jul 23 2009 2:10 PM

Just so you know, we were excited to see we were in the short list of bands for the cd101 summerfest contest, then we saw The Receiver was listed too and we all gave a collective "awwww crap! That song is fucking great!" We're all big fans. just please stop cockblocking our opportunities! :-) Good luck!
Leo Clarke

Leo Clarke



Jul 19 2009 10:25 PM

Hey boys, when you coming to Cincy?
SkySilver

SkySilver



Jun 16 2009 8:09 PM

I love the two new songs, cannot wait to listen to the entire album

Matt
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sean gannon



Jun 8 2009 4:42 PM

Hey guys, thought I'd share this with you. I played your new record before the Black Moth Super Rainbow show at Skully's on Saturday. It got a great response from the crowd. People thought it sounded awesome. Congratulations on a great record.
Six Gallery (Weekend Warrior FALL TOUR)

Six Gallery (Weekend Warrior FALL TOUR)



Jun 4 2009 8:59 PM

We feel the same way. If not for a band Like you guys around to set the bar, we wouldnt know what to do.
Cd listening party ? hit you dudes with the details soon.
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