Holden Jaffe began writing poetry in 2009, and soon after started using the moniker Del Water Gap for the musical interpretation of his words. His debut EP – created in a gentrified storage closet somewhere in upstate New York – was brought to life in 2012. Shortly after, Jaffe packed up and relocated to the East Village when he joined with bassist Will Evans and drummer Charlie Schlinkert to form the project’s live incarnation.
The band’s songs move patiently along with a combination of heartfelt lyrics, softly strum guitar, beautiful harmonies and a voice that sits somewhere between those of Kurt Vile, Alexander Ebert and Kristian Matsson (The Tallest Man on Earth). This beautiful compilation of songs tells moody stories of dimly lit rooms and various romantic encounters.
See Del Water Gap when they play Muchmore’s in Brooklyn on March 7th – Brescia Mascheretti