Low Water CD release party at Spike Hill on 01.08

Williamsburg’s Low Water don’t rely on gimmicks or the glitzy indie-pop or psych-surf formulas frequented by their neighboring bands. Instead, they craft authentic rock ‘n roll with catchy and comforting pop sensibility. Singer John Leitra’s voice cracks and rasps equal part Jeff Tweedy and Paul Westerberg (both of whom the band name as influences), adding dynamic to deceptively simple, guitar-driven melodies. Their music is perfect for mixed company- the young rebel and aged hippie alike can appreciate the tracks, and the group have been featured on a variety of entertainment sources, including NPR’s “All Songs Considered,” as well as television networks PBS and HGTV. This Saturday at Spike Hill, they’ll be playing a release party for their fourth album, “A Taste You Know and Enjoy.” – Katie Bennett