Press Kit

Sometimes you can capture lightning in a bottle, resulting in an airy and massive sonic journey. With decades of pre-existing musical relationships under their belt, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania's THE DEPTH BENEATH US formed in 2018. Drawing on diverse influences, from blues and metal to shoegaze and space rock, the band carves out a sound that is at once dynamic and imperative. The group comprises guitarists Mike McCormick, Daniel Eckrich, and Matt Rockman; bassist Ryan Manning; and drummer Wes Shatzer.

Originally conceived as a conduit to explore the possibilities of home recording and internet marketing, THE DEPTH BENEATH US casts a wide net with their debut LP. Along with meticulous attention to detail, determination, and a non-zero amount of luck, an extended pandemic hiatus enabled the collection of songs to fully gestate, and the urgency to create lasting, substantial art was amplified by the uncertainty during this moment in history.

Proving that humility and a willingness to take risks can open new doors, the band assembled a prodigious team of engineers to bring their vision to life. The debut instrumental album was recorded in their hometown by Michael Washkevich at MDW Productions. The group enlisted the mixing prowess of Steve Durose (Oceansize, Vennart, Amplifier), with Frank Arkwright providing mastering at Abbey Road Studios.

• #11 - Best of Post-Rock 2022 — Post-Rock Central
• #14 - Post-Rock / Post-Metal Album of the Year (Audience Poll) — WherePostRockDwells
• #17 - Post-Rock Top 100 of 2022 — StonerJohnny
• Top 50 Post-Rock Tracks of 2022 ("Ahull") — Post-Rock.Instrumental
• Honorable Mention - Post-Rock / Post-Metal Album of the Year (Staff Picks) — WherePostRockDwells
• Nominated - Instrumental Album of the Year — Central Pennsylvania Music Awards

• POST. Festival 2024