Foundry Town Survivors

There’s something to be said for the chemistry shared between lifelong friends and the music they make as a result. In the case of Foundry Town Survivors, Mark Tomorsky and Tommy Johnsmiller have embraced the iconic imagery of their Midwestern blue-collar backgrounds by examining it from two distinct points of view. As songwriters they excel in the art of short-story telling by painting a clear picture, baiting a hook, or breaking a heart.

To the casual listener what stands out is the purity of their craft. The duo are unapologetic about their style, wearing their classic rock influences strongly on their sleeves. In many ways, their music isn’t really from now, but something straight out of the golden age. This form of narrative driven, raw authenticity both lyrically and compositionally, is far from outdated. It’s just not been replicated with sufficient imagination until now.

Musically, the Foundry Town Survivors' sound is anchored in a classic rock vibe, mixing hints of homespun roots-rock, Americana, and at times the odd bit of psychedelia. Their self-described Big Fat Rhythm Section can be tender or ferocious depending on the song, allowing the accompanying instruments freedom to explore, with the guitars occasionally soaring the heights. Their honest, straight-ahead vocals and harmonies complete the soundscape.


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