album · June 20, 1995

Slow Note From a Sinking Ship

Portastatic

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indie rockalternativesinger-songwriter

The 1995 album "Slow Note From a Sinking Ship" showcases Portastatic's signature blend of indie rock and introspective songwriting, solidifying their place in the 90s alternative landscape.

• Recorded in Athens, Georgia, "Slow Note From a Sinking Ship" was released on Merge Records, a label known for its influential roster of alternative and indie artists.
• The album features a raw, unpolished sound characteristic of much of 1990s independent rock, with Berman handling most of the instrumentation and vocals.
• While not a major commercial success, "Slow Note From a Sinking Ship" has been recognized by critics for its lyrical depth and melodic sensibilities within the indie rock genre.

Portastatic is the indie rock project of Brooklyn-based musician and producer Will Berman. The band emerged from the Athens, Georgia scene in the early 1990s.