Heartbeat Hotel

Toronto, ON

"Purveyors of carefully calibrated soundscapes that dress strong pop melodies in waves of psychedelic reverb and effects..." - EXCLAIM.CA

"Seems Heartbeat Hotel’s decision to give away the lion’s share of their recent recordings free of charge has set word of mouth in motion, summoning an assembly of astute listeners who came to see Toronto’s next reverb-washed indie idols while they’re still playing tiny holes in the wall. ...Definitely a band to watch if you're interested in staying ahead of the curve." - EYEWEEKLY.COM

"Fetus Dreams…is the best free complete album you can and should download today. They're on to something and that something is good." - CHROMEWAVES.NET

"Fetus Dreams was the best free downloadable record to come out last year." - BLOGTO.COM

"[Heartbeat Hotel] boasts gorgeous vocal harmonies with an indie folk foundation that should make the Seattle blog-darlings envious" - SNOBSMUSIC.NET

"Heartbeat Hotel makes clouds of sonic noise that balloon high into the troposphere and rain down in a fine mist of patch [cords], pedals, organs, and reverb vocals…tell your friends you liked them when they were indie, because they very well deserve to be playing alongside [Bradford Cox or Avey Tare], and at this rate it won't take them long." - CAVACOOL.COM

"Heartbeat Hotel made a wise decision in giving away their last LP, Fetus Dreams. With a sound reminiscent of über-hip bands like Animal Collective and …

Lineup

Name Role
Chris Lyons Guitar / Voice
Andy Smith Drums
Matt Mitchell Bass / Voice
Dave Connolly Guitar

Influences

Stats

FANS PLAYLISTED TOTAL PLAYS
11 3 127

Fans of this Artist

Videos

  • 1:13
    Live @ Tiger Bar 05.07.09

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