The duo’s 2013 debut masterfully channels the spirit of classic folk with intricate harmonies and thoughtful songwriting. It’s a remarkably assured first statement that resonated deeply within the contemporary folk scene.
- The album was recorded in a single day at 95.5 KLOS, a Los Angeles radio station, during a live broadcast.
- "The Ash & Clay" was produced by the band members themselves, alongside engineer Michael Morgan.
- The album reached #39 on Billboard's Folk Albums chart in its initial release year.
The Milk Carton Kids are a Los Angeles-based folk duo composed of Joey Ryan and Kenneth Pattengale. They emerged in the early 2010s, drawing comparisons to classic folk acts while establishing a distinctive harmonic style.
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