Palehound

Palehound is an indie rock trio led by singer-songwriter and guitarist Ellen Kempner, who writes songs with a very fluid style and clearly discernible folk undertones. Their line-up has gone through some changes since they started in the early '10s, but their overall sound has remained consistent where the band has been playing with roughly the same mellow demeanor. Kempner has a remarkable knack for writing strong melodies that require no instrumental embellishment to make an impression on the listener. She is also a solid guitarist who has an understated style of playing that is designed to serve the song more than anything else. Her subject matter typically gravitates towards romantic tones, focusing on personal relationships and small moments in life.