Casual Americans is the musical project of local singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Justin Reynolds. Reynolds’ brand of indie alt-rock is most directly influenced by Beck, Spoon and The Shins, but also takes notes from classic acts like the Beatles and the Beach Boys. Reynolds describes Casual Americans as coming on “a bit early to be considered a mid-life crisis band,” but proudly claims the title of dad rock, explaining that the songs on his forthcoming debut self-titled album “were written and recorded in the evenings while the kids were sleeping.” The album is coming out Mar. 22, and Casual Americans’ Hendershot’s show is a celebration of its release. There will also be support from Chris Coleman, a country singer-songwriter from Winder.
WHO: Casual Americans, Chris Coleman
WHEN: Saturday, Mar. 23, 8 p.m.
WHERE: Hendershot’s
HOW MUCH: $10 (adv.), $15
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