Pollens

Seattle six-piece Pollens:
Is ensemble singing.
Is density and drone.
Is modal and polyrhythmic.
Is influenced by African trance
and contemporary choral music.
Pollens has since 2008 forged unique new sounds with a fascinating blend of eastern and African sounds, anchored by thick harmonies and strong pop hooks. Making music with anything at hand, from samplers and computers to Javanese percussion and large choral ensembles, their self-produced eponymous EP was released in 2010 to wide acclaim.
In early 2011, the band coalesced in its current six-member lineup, all of whom are graduates of Cornish's music program. Samples were discarded in place of a bassist, keyboardist, two guitars, live drums and percussion, and vocals by every musician in the group. They honed their performances into powerfully infectious choral indiepop parties, making even the most cynical showgoers tap their toes, bob their heads and hum the tunes the next morning.