The dreamy sounds of Katie McShane’s songwriting take new shape with the debut of her mesmerizing band, pond 1000. Composed of a group of long-time collaborators in Southern Maine, pond 1000 is: Katie McShane (guitar, vocals), Iris Marion (guitar), Dylan Kumnick (drums), and Jesse Heasly (bass).

Their sound ranges from heavily distorted guitars to the ethereal, with McShane’s contemplative lyrical collages floating throughout tightly fitting counterpoint and intricate grooves. Soaring melodies navigate jagged soundscapes and aggressive rhythms, creating a lush tapestry of hypnotic and crystalline songs. The performances on pond 1000’s “daffodiL” are driving and full of character, and that essence directly translates onto the stage. Their energetic performances showcase the band’s dynamic musicality and reveal a temperament that is both plaintive and joyous.