KOLARS is a band based in Los Angeles. [1] Their sound is described as Desert Disco, Space Blues and Glamabilly. [2]
Los Angeles, officially the City of Los Angeles and often known by its initials L.A., is the most populous city in California, the second most populous city in the United States, after New York City, and the third most populous city in North America. With an estimated population of four million, Los Angeles is the cultural, financial, and commercial center of Southern California. The city is known for its Mediterranean climate, ethnic diversity, Hollywood and the entertainment industry, and its sprawling metropolis. Los Angeles is the largest city on the West Coast of North America.
Founded by musicians Rob Kolar and Lauren Brown, both former members of folk group He's My Brother She's My Sister. [3]
Rob Kolar is an American singer-songwriter, producer, composer and actor.
He's My Brother She's My Sister is a band formed in Los Angeles, California. This folk group has been influenced by a wide range of genres ranging from pop, country, and punk among others.
In 2017, their self-titled debut album was released to wide critical acclaim; Huffington Post "instantly fell in love with their tantalizing sonics and their energetic apocalyptic marvel", [4] Paste Magazine "KOLARS play their unique blend of 70s glam rock, 90s grunge and twangy country with every inch of their body", [5] Denver Post "KOLARS has a knack for buffing your weathered perspective to a glinting sheen. The world isn't on fire; it's glowing." [6]
KOLARS have played over 400 shows since 2016, [7] including appearances at several music festivals: SXSW, [8] Treefort Festival, Rolling Stone Weekender, [9] London Calling, Gasparilla, Cornbury, Savannah Stopover, Dot to Dot, The Great Escape.
Rolling Stone is an American monthly magazine that focuses on popular culture. It was founded in San Francisco, California in 1967 by Jann Wenner, who is still the magazine's publisher, and the music critic Ralph J. Gleason. It was first known for its musical coverage and for political reporting by Hunter S. Thompson. In the 1990s, the magazine shifted focus to a younger readership interested in youth-oriented television shows, film actors, and popular music. In recent years, it has resumed its traditional mix of content.
Lauren Brown is a "tap dancing drummer" known for her invention of that specific percussion style. [10]
Lauren Brown is an American percussionist, known for her skill as a "tap dancing drummer."
Rob Kolar currently scores TBS' The Detour [11] [12] and is the grandson of late British actor, Robert Shaw.
Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. is an American television and media conglomerate, part of AT&T's WarnerMedia. Founded by Ted Turner, and based in Atlanta, Georgia, it merged with Time Warner on October 10, 1996. Among its main properties were its namesake TBS, TNT, CNN, Turner Classic Movies, Cartoon Network and Adult Swim, and TruTV. It also licensed or had ownership interests in international versions of these properties. The headquarters of Turner's properties are located in both the CNN Center in Downtown Atlanta, and the Turner Broadcasting campus off Techwood Drive in Midtown Atlanta, which also houses Turner Studios.
The Detour is an American comedy television series created by Jason Jones and Samantha Bee about a family vacation road trip. The series premiered on TBS on April 11, 2016. The show was renewed for a second season on April 6, 2016, five days prior to the series premiere. The second season premiered on February 21, 2017. On April 25, 2017, TBS renewed the series for a third season.
Robert Archibald Shaw was an English actor, novelist, and playwright. He was nominated for an Oscar and a Golden Globe for his role as Henry VIII in the drama film A Man for All Seasons (1966).
