Kevin Krauter

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Kevin Krauter
Origin Indiana, U.S.
Genres Indie pop, indie rock, shoegaze, bossa nova
LabelsWinspear, Bayonet

Kevin Paul Krauter [1] is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. He was a founding member of the indie pop group Hoops until their disbandment in 2020. [2] [3] He is also a member of the band Wishy. [4] In 2018, Krauter released his debut solo album, Toss Up. [5] [6] In 2020, Krauter released his second solo album, Full Hand. [7] [8] [9] [10]

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Career

Krauter formed Hoops with school friends Drew Auscherman, Keagan Beresford, and James Harris in 2014. [11] The next year he released his debut solo EP, Magnolia via Winspear. [12]

Hoops released three "tapes", one EP and two albums before announcing their hiatus in 2018. On November 12, 2019, Hoops released a single, "They Say", their first since 2017. [13] [14]

In 2016, Krauter released "Fantasy Theme". [15]

Krauter released his sophomore album "Full Hand" on February 29, 2020, via Bayonet Records. Prior to album release, Krauter released 4 singles – Pretty Boy, Surprise, Green Eyes, and Opportunity. [16]

Since the hiatus of Hoops, Krauter has toured as a solo artist with Unknown Mortal Orchestra, The Marías, Triathlon, Beach Fossils, Soccer Mommy, Hovvdy, and others. [17] [18] Krauter also contributed a song to Bernie Speaks with the Community, a benefit compilation produced to raise money for the Bernie Sanders 2020 presidential campaign. [19]

Personal life

A native of Indiana, Krauter attended Herron High School in Indianapolis before attending Ball State University, where he studied communications. Krauter left college before his senior year to focus on his music career. [20] [21]

Krauter identifies as non-binary [22] [23] and uses he/they pronouns. [24]

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References

  1. ↑ "ALL MY LIFE". ASCAP. American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. Retrieved November 10, 2023.
  2. ↑ "Hoops Break Up, Citing Sexual Abuse Allegations Against Ex-Member". Pitchfork. July 31, 2020. Retrieved June 24, 2023.
  3. ↑ Jones, Damian (July 31, 2020). "Hoops have split up following sex abuse claims against former member". NME. Retrieved June 24, 2023.
  4. ↑ "Band To Watch: Wishy". Stereogum . Retrieved June 11, 2024.
  5. ↑ "Kevin Krauter – "Rollerskate"". Stereogum. April 4, 2018. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  6. ↑ "Kevin Krauter – Toss Up – Album review". Loud And Quiet. Retrieved April 17, 2020.
  7. ↑ "Kevin Krauter: Full Hand". Pitchfork. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  8. ↑ "Review: Kevin Krauter's 'Full Hand' is dreamy introspection". ABC News. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  9. ↑ "Kevin Krauter can't miss on new song "Opportunity"". The FADER. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  10. ↑ "Review: Kevin Krauter's 'Full Hand' is dreamy introspection". The Washington Times. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  11. ↑ "Hoops". Fat Possum Records. Retrieved April 17, 2020.
  12. ↑ "Premiere : Kevin Krauter : "Nightly" « My Old Kentucky Blog" . Retrieved April 17, 2020.
  13. ↑ "Hoops End Hiatus, Share Their First New Song Since 2017". pastemagazine.com. November 12, 2019. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  14. ↑ "Kevin Krauter's Global Jukebox". Clash Magazine. July 2, 2018. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  15. ↑ "Kevin Krauter – "Fantasy Theme"". Stereogum. November 1, 2016. Retrieved February 3, 2021.
  16. ↑ "Kevin Krauter: Full Hand". Pitchfork .
  17. ↑ "Tour". Kevin Krauter. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  18. ↑ "Kevin Krauter Gigography, Tour History & Past Concerts – Songkick". www.songkick.com. Retrieved April 17, 2020.
  19. ↑ "Strange Ranger, Jay Som, Shamir, and More Contribute to Bernie Sanders Benefit Comp: Listen". Pitchfork. January 15, 2020. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  20. ↑ "Former Intern Returns and Leaves Us With a Song – City Gallery Indianapolis". www.citygalleryindy.org. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  21. ↑ "Local band performs in Bloomington before UK, US tours". Indiana Daily Student. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
  22. ↑ "Kevin Krauter on Instagram: "Okay well I just officially told my parents so I guess I'll tell all of y'all now: I am bisexual and non-binary! You can use he/him if u want but they/them would be cool as well since I definitely don't feel like a boy all the time :) haha cool anyway I'll tell u all about it next time I see ya"". Instagram. Retrieved September 11, 2022.
  23. ↑ "Album Review: Kevin Krauter — 'Full Hand'". The Alternative. March 4, 2020. Retrieved September 11, 2022.
  24. ↑ "Kevin Krauter (@kevs__pics) • Instagram photos and videos". www.instagram.com. Retrieved September 11, 2022.
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