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Lo Moon
Background information
OriginLos Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres
Years active2016 (2016)–present
LabelsColumbia, Thirty Tigers
Members
  • Matthew Lowell
  • Crisanta Baker
  • Samuel Stewart
Past members
  • Sterling Laws
Websitelomoonofficial.com

Lo Moon is an American rock band from Los Angeles that was formerly signed to Columbia Records. The band released their first single, "Loveless", in September 2016. Their self-titled debut studio album was released on February 23, 2018.[1]

History

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Prior to the band's formation, its eventual lead singer, Matt Lowell, began writing songs in New York City with the intention of forming a band. He later moved to Los Angeles where he met bassist and keyboardist, Crisanta Baker. He played her a demo for the song, "Loveless", and, soon after, she became the second member of the band. Guitarist Samuel Stewart - who is the son of David A. Stewart of Eurythmics and Siobhan Fahey of Bananarama - joined shortly after. The band soon began practicing in Lowell's backyard shed.[2][3] The "Loveless" demo, which Lowell had begun writing in 2012,[4] attracted the attention of Columbia Records and spurred the label to sign Lo Moon.[5] Sterling Laws later joined as their touring drummer.

In September 2016, the band released "Loveless" as its first single which was produced by former Death Cab for Cutie guitarist and producer, Chris Walla and François Tétaz.[6] After the song's official release, the band played a smattering of live shows before going on tour in early 2017.[4][5][7] In May 2017, the band released a second single, "This Is It".[8] In June, it performed at the Governors Ball Music Festival in New York City,[9] and two months later at Lollapalooza in Chicago.[10] They also opened for Glass Animals in August 2017.[11]

In September 2017, Lo Moon was one of three acts added to NPR's inaugural Slingshot emerging artist series.[8][12] They also opened for Ride.[13][14] The following month, they opened for Phoenix on five dates in North America[15] and toured with London Grammar in the United Kingdom and Europe. That month, they also released a new single, "Thorns".[16] The band began headlining shows in November 2017, including sold-out stops at the Troubadour in Los Angeles[15][17] and at Rough Trade NYC.[18]

In January 2018, the band announced details of its self-titled debut album. The album was released on February 23, 2018 through Columbia Records, and produced by Chris Walla and François Tétaz.[19][20] The song "This Is It" peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Adult Alternative Songs chart that month,[21] and the band performed it (along with "Loveless") on Jimmy Kimmel Live on January 16.[19]

On November 28, 2018, the band announced that drummer Sterling Laws, previously a touring member of the band, was now a full band member.[22]

On July 16, 2024, the band announced that drummer Sterling Laws left the band to pursue other musical endeavors. [23]

Discography

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Albums

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List of studio albums with selected album details
Title Details Peak chart positions
US
Heat
[24] 		SCO
[25]
Lo Moon
  • Released: February 23, 2018
  • Label: Columbia Records
  • Formats: CD, Vinyl, Digital download
 4 86
A Modern Life
I Wish You Way More Than Luck
  • Released: April 5, 2024
  • Label: Thirty Tigers / Strngr Recordings
  • Formats: CD, Vinyl, Digital download

Singles

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List of singles, with selected chart positions, showing year released and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
US
AAA
[26] 		US
Rock Air
[27]
"Loveless" 2016 5 — Lo Moon
"This Is It" 2017 6 45
"Thorns" — —
"Real Love" 2018 26 —
"For Me, It's You" — — non-album single
"Dream Never Dies" 2021 21 — A Modern Life
"Water" 2024 25 — I Wish You Way More Than Luck

References

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  1. ^ "Lo Moon - Lo Moon". DIY. 23 February 2018. Retrieved 2018-02-24.
  2. ^ "From Demo To Debut, How A Song Brought Lo Moon Together". NPR. January 6, 2018. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  3. ^ "Lo Moon Shares Its Origin Story". NPR. November 29, 2017. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  4. ^ a b "Who the Hell Are Lo Moon?". Noisey. February 1, 2017. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  5. ^ a b Brown, August (January 30, 2017). "Building a mystery: L.A. electronic band Lo Moon seemingly came out of nowhere". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  6. ^ "Heavy Rotation: 10 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing". NPR. September 24, 2016. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  7. ^ Walden, Chad (March 21, 2017). "Interview: Lo Moon Talks 'Loveless' Video, Playing with Avett Brothers at SXSW". Variance. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  8. ^ a b Houston, Rita (September 20, 2017). "Lo Moon And The Art Of The Reveal". NPR. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  9. ^ Pareles, Jon (June 5, 2017). "Governors Ball's 10 Best Sets: Gospel-Rap, Kiss-Off Pop and More". The New York Times. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  10. ^ Nyren, Erin (July 31, 2017). "Indie Band Lo Moon Yelps Rest Stops, FroYo From the Road". Variety. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  11. ^ Raymaker, Abigail (August 4, 2017). "A Day in LA with Lo Moon". Baeble. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  12. ^ Warren, Bruce (October 6, 2017). "Lo Moon, Live In Concert". NPR. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  13. ^ Hazel, Kori (September 21, 2017). "Review – Ride Resurrected The '90s In Denver". 303 Magazine. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  14. ^ Kemp, SarahJayn (October 2, 2017). "Review + Photos: Ride at the Fillmore". The Bay Bridged. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  15. ^ a b Anastas, Katie (November 15, 2017). "Picture This: Life On Tour With Lo Moon". NPR. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  16. ^ "Lo Moon unveil new track 'Thorns', announce London headline show". DIY Magazine. October 13, 2017. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  17. ^ Hale, Tyler (November 21, 2017). "Looped: Lo Moon". KCRW. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  18. ^ Holland, Eric (December 11, 2017). "Lo Moon: Rough Trade NYC 2017". WFUV. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  19. ^ a b Manno, Lizzie (January 11, 2018). "Lo Moon Announce Self-Titled Debut Album, Release "Real Love"". Paste. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  20. ^ Anastas, Katie (January 11, 2018). "Lo Moon Announces Debut Album, Hear 'Real Love'". NPR. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  21. ^ Payne, Chris (January 5, 2018). "10 Rock & Alternative Artists to Watch in 2018". Billboard. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  22. ^ "Lo Moon on Twitter". Twitter. Retrieved 2018-11-28.
  23. ^ "Lo Moon on X". X. Retrieved 2024-07-16.
  24. ^ "Lo Moon - Heatseekers Chart history". Billboard. Archived from the original on May 23, 2018. Retrieved 2018-04-04.
  25. ^ Peaks in Scotland:
  26. ^ "Lo Moon – Chart History: Triple A". Billboard. Archived from the original on May 18, 2018. Retrieved March 14, 2018.
  27. ^ "Lo Moon– Chart History: Rock Airplay". Billboard. Archived from the original on May 24, 2018. Retrieved March 18, 2018.
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