Emotional Contracts

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  Mark Harrison

  • Genre: Folk rock, indie rock, Americana, alternative.

  • Influenced by: Bob Dylan, Steve Poltz, Alvin Lucifer.

  • Similar artists: The Avett Brothers, Hiss Golden Messenger, Shovels & Rope.

  • About this album: The eighth full-length studio release from the John McCauley's-led band Deer Tick was produced by Dave Fridmann. Evokes late era Dylan and the mainstream (and not so mainstream) rock n’ roll sounds of the 70s and 80s – Stones, Stray Cats, Springsteen, The Call – with that obligatory touch of zydeco thrown in for good measure.

  • Metacritic Score: 75 (Generally favorable reviews).

  • Grammy Nominations: None.

  • Song To Sample: Forgiving Ties.