Though a sidestep from the whimsical psych-pop of the debut, Pink Panther is even stronger, an organic trip into the cosmic ether. 3.5 Stars
Michael Toland’s Austin Chronicle Review of Pink Panther
Casual Strangers featured in The 405′s as an under-the-radar SXSW pick.
“ Probably one of the more interesting things about a group like Casual Strangers is that their music seems to be constantly evolving, never holding to a specific shape yet never really abandoning its own distinct form at the same time. Over the course of two albums--2014's Self-Titled and this year's Pink Panther--the Austin-based group (who describe their sound as "cosmic sludge") have shifted from an experimental rock sound that relied on traditional song structure to a certain extent to something a little more atmospheric, glacially paced, and freeform--music less rooted in specific genres and shaped more by an expansive creativity that, at times, brings to mind the kind of experimental instrumental pieces Pink Floyd were creating during their pre-Dark Side of the Moon era, the kind of meandering ambient jams meant for late night drives into the desert that could easily set your mind wandering off on some sort of inner cosmic journey. “
Listen to our new album “Pink Panther” on Spotify now. https://play.spotify.com/album/24Gt5ESlkS9LqaExNEkyDr
Casual Strangers Official SXSW Showcase, Friday, March 18, 8:00 p.m. at TenOaks Bourban Bar with Buhu, Black Books, Pageantry, Santah, and the Vanity.
Pink Panther Review: 9.0/10.0 'It’s incredibly brave for a band still establishing themselves to make a statement such as this on only their second album. The fact that Casual Strangers have pulled it off effortlessly, creating something which stands on its own as more than the sum of its influences, is testament to what a fantastic bunch of musicians they are.'
“When listening to Casual Strangers, waves of synth and guitar wash over you to create an intense mesmerizing, kaleidoscope of sound. Hailing from Austin, the psychedelic band has ditched the vocals and have gone solely instrumental with a clear focus on creating tripped out tracks with two synths, lap steel guitar, and heavy percussion. Their avant-garde music is a triumph of all things psychedelic, that is envelopes listeners, sounding similar to the Flaming Lips.
Casual Strangers stopped by Studio 1A and showcased some of their music from their new album, Pink Panther, which is set to release on February 26th with a show at Sidewinder so make sure to get tickets while you can! You can also stream their music here on KUTX.”
Brand new music “Pink Panther” featured on Austin Town Hall
Casual Strangers new album “Pink Panther” featured in the Austin Chronicle.
Casual Strangers had the chance to record with Good Danny for Daytrotter. Featuring 3 unreleased songs!
Casual Strangers with HAR MAR SUPERSTAR 10/31/2015 at Indian Roller, Austin, Texas.
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New: Casual Strangers - Holocene Dream
Texas based band Casual Strangers are back with, what seems to be, a furious masterpiece! Holocene Dream goes all post-psychedelic while dropping an infinite energy stemming out of the live recording. A sludge interior with jaw dropping proggressive lines coming at you with those cutting edge, aggressive guitars and space infused synths building an endless psychedelic brick wall and the fire starter bass line setting the mind blowing heavy tone! Get ready ‘cause a storm is coming!
@soundinjections take on our new song Halocene Dream. xo
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Boom Times Test Austin’s Music Scene http://www.wsj.com/articles/boom-times-test-austins-music-scene-1440522356
Casual Strangers featured in a Wall Street Journal about coping with a changing Austin.
Casual Strangers Casual Saturdays at Indian Roller. Get sweaty with us.
Casual Strangers in San Antonio, Texas. Playing with Deradoorian.
Casual Strangers are something of an enigma – continually toying with music genres of varying nature, one never knows quite what to expect from this experimental tour de force. Rather than scripting out the precise why’s and how’s, the band lets loose their creative energy to present a raw and independent performance. Throughout their set, Casual Strangers moved from extended psychedelic solos to avant garde spoken word, interwoven with shoegaze reverb. Waclawsky and Gunn’s expressive and relentlessly engaging stage presence coupled with their subtle interactions and male/female vocals compelled the audience to be present with them. Mitchell’s bombastic drumming served as the steady backhand beat to their songs, and synth-player Davidson looked caught in a wonderfully surreal and dream-like trance. Casual Strangers will be playing Denver’s Underground Music Showcase on Friday, July 24th.
Anon Magazine review of Sixteen Deluxe, Ringo Deathstarr, and Casual Strangers show at Empire Control Room
NEW Song from Casual Strangers. Kangarang! Synth drone recorded live to tape.
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Casual Strangers at Cheer Up Charlie's 1/29/2015.