There’s a post-rock band in Aliso Viejo called Pedestrian, and you need to listen to them. A starchild of Mineral and Explosions in the Sky, or perhaps the younger sibling of Have A Nice Life, Pedestrian’s quicksand tones and sinking voices will pull you in deep and hold you like the monotony of Orange County. In late 2013 the four bandmates Luke, Logan, Lee, and Irfy put out their first EP "Everybody I Know Who Skis is Dead", five songs of dark lyricism juxtaposed with clear open-chords, harmonics, and nodding riffs. The band has since performed with DIY collectives like Bridgetown, OC DIY, VHLS, BoredToDeath, and more. Throughout the past year they’ve also introduced songs from their upcoming album, and recently shared a post about it last week — I’m gonna guess it means they’ve finished the album.
Pedestrian have an upcoming show on October 2nd at the San Clemente Art Supply with the recently-resurrected Fugue, Quali, Red Curtain, Little Heroine, and Colporteur. Check out their live set this past summer courtesy of Cavis Tapes and listen to "All’s Well That Ends Well" below. – Ryan Mo