Shy, Low


Shy, Low is an American post-rock and post-metal band from Richmond, Virginia, United States. The band is composed of two guitarists, a bassist, and a drummer, as well as additional percussion for live sets.

History

The band was formed in January 2011 after the breakup of the metal inspired group Vessel.
After spending several months writing during the winter of 2011, Shy, Low recorded their six-song debut with Allen Bergendahl of Viking Recording in May 2011 in Richmond, Virginia. Upon the completion of the album's recording, the band embarked on their first tour.
In September 2011, Shy, Low was signed by indie music label Fluttery Records that released the band's debut self-titled album on January 20, 2012. On May 22, 2013, it was announced that Shy, Low had signed with Seattle-based record label, Spartan Records. Spartan Records released the band's second record, Binary Opposition, on June 25, 2013 on limited edition colored marble vinyl as well as digitally. The record also featured a previously unreleased bonus track, "Voyager." After the release, Shy, Low went on a second tour in the Eastern United States. Due to selling out the vinyl Spartan Records began a second pressing of the vinyl in 2014.
On September 18, 2015, it was announced that Shy, Low would be releasing their third studio album titled "Hiraeth" through Spartan Records. The album was released on November 13, 2015.
The band released their second extended play and fourth studio album, Burning Day, on July 7, 2017 through Spartan Records. Early reviews indicate a marked stylistic change in the band's instrumentation, referring to the EP's sound as characteristically more post-metal than previous releases.
After going on two tours in April and June 2018, the band has settled down temporarily to write a new record with new influences. A brief break in writing for the band will allow for their first European tour in October 2018, planning to pick up the writing process after returning. Shy, Low plans to branch out a bit on the next record, incorporating new sounds not heard on previous records.

Personnel

Studio albums