The Resolectrics (l to r): John Becher, Tate Peterson and Bob Dunham. Photo courtesy of The Resolectrics © Tim LaBarge 2018

Stream “Elevator Blues” by The Resolectrics: Elevator Blues

The Resolectrics —Portland’s singular roots rock and soul power trio — are ready to release their long-awaited sophomore album, Open Seas, due to hit record store shelves and internet streaming on Sept. 21. But they’re making the album available in CD form at select shows as the summer winds down.

The lads were kind enough to share the album’s opening track, “Elevator Blues,” as an exclusive stream for listeners of That Much Further West Podcast in conjunction with Vortex Music Magazine. With Bob Dunham’s bouncy bass line and a radio-ready vibe, “Elevator Blues” is a solid introduction to The Resolectrics’ ever-evolving sound, where twin vocals and hot guitar licks blend seamlessly with a deep, commanding groove.

The song also makes a clear connection to the Memphis-style soul sound that marked the band’s debut record, High Water. Featuring the vocals of guitarist Tate Peterson and drummer John Becher, it’s a rowdy rave-up that gets down and dirty with the help of guest David Lipkind on harmonica.

But folks should expect a few more twists and turns on Open Seas, as the band adds a dose of melodic, classic rock, pop and psychedelia to the mix.

Having built a solid following around the Northwest thanks in part to a heavy schedule of regular gigging from Central Oregon to the Oregon Coast and up into Washington, The Resolectrics appear poised to make a case as the party band of choice as the college rock radio season kicks in this fall.

The band will celebrate the arrival of Open Seas at a record-release party on Oct. 13 at Secret Society in Portland.