Lowertown (band)

Lowertown
OriginAtlanta, Georgia, U.S.
GenresIndie rock, experimental pop, folk
Years active2018–present
LabelsDirty Hit, Summer Shade
Members
  • Olivia Osby
  • Avsha Weinberg
Websitelowertown.band

Lowertown is an American indie rock duo formed in Atlanta, Georgia in 2018. The group consists of Olivia Osby and Avsha Weinberg.[1][2] Originally emerging from the Atlanta DIY scene, the duo later relocated to New York City.[1] Their music blends elements of indie rock, folk, and experimental pop.[3] The duo's first EP was released in 2021, titled Honeycomb, Bedbug.[4] The duo's second EP, The Gaping Mouth, was released in early 2022.[5] Their debut album, I Love to Lie, was released in 2022 via Dirty Hit.[6] In 2023, Lowertown released their third EP titled Skin of My Teeth.[7] The duo met in a high school math class and bonded over a shared interest in music.[2][8] Weinberg is a classically trained pianist, while Osby began writing poetry at a young age, which has influenced the lyric-driven nature of their work. The band signed with Dirty Hit prior to graduating high school, and departed from the label[9] preceding the release of their third album.[8] The name "Lowertown" is derived from the Lower Town neighborhood in Ottawa, Canada, where the duo worked on early demos.[10]

Artistry and Influences

Lowertown’s music is characterized by its emphasis on lyricism and narrative structure.[11] Their work has been described by Stereogum as reminiscent of artists such as Phil Elverum and Alex G.[12]

Live Performances and Community

Lowertown’s audience has grown significantly through online platforms, where fans engage with the band’s music and visual themes.[11] The duo maintains an active presence on platforms such as Instagram and YouTube.[8]

Touring

Headlining

  • Ugly Duckling Union Tour (2026)
  • U.S. Headlining Tour (2025)
  • U.S. Winter Tour (2024)
  • Fall East Coast Tour (2023)

Supporting

  • European and UK Tour (2023) – supporting Wednesday
  • North American Tour (2024) – supporting Wednesday
  • Beatopia Tour (2022) – supporting beabadoobee
  • North American Tour (2022) – supporting Wet Leg
  • U.S. Tour (2022) – supporting Porches

Festival Appearances

  • South by Southwest (2022, 2023)[13]
  • Shaky Knees Music Festival (2021)
  • Pitchfork Music Festival (2022)
  • Defend the Forest (2022)
  • Sounds Like Bay Area (2025, headliner)

Members

Current Members

  • Olivia Osby – lead vocals, guitar (2018–present)
  • Avsha Weinberg – lead vocals, guitar (2018–present)

Touring Members

  • Joseph Clementi – Drums
  • Immanuel Pennington – Drums
  • Sean Henry – Bass
  • Eva Smittle – Bass

Discography

Studio Albums

  • Friends (2019)
  • I Love to Lie (2022, Dirty Hit)[14]
  • Ugly Duckling Union (2026, Summer Shade)

Extended Plays

  • Honeycomb, Bedbug (2020, Dirty Hit)[2]
  • The Gaping Mouth (2021, Dirty Hit)[13]
  • Skin of My Teeth (2023, self-released)[15]

Live Albums

  • Lowertown on Audiotree Live (2023)

Other Projects

Ugly Duckling Union is a conceptual project centered on a fictional character named Dale, expanding beyond music into visual and interactive media.

References

  1. 1 2 Pappis, Konstantinos. "Artist Spotlight: Lowertown".
  2. 1 2 3 "Honeycomb, Bedbug is an evocative EP from indie band Lowertown".
  3. ↑ Deitch, Brittany. "Lowertown Discover a Light at the End of the Tunnel". Paste.
  4. ↑ "Honeycomb, Bedbug is an evocative EP from indie band Lowertown". DU Clarion. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
  5. ↑ Little, Kaiya. "Alternative/rock duo Lowertown discuss latest EP, tour life at SXSW". The Daily Texan. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
  6. ↑ Abdel-Gawad, Minna. "Lowertown Share Their Raw, Unfiltered Truths in Debut Album I Love to Lie". Atwood Magazine. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
  7. ↑ Kelly, Tyler. "Lowertown return with the forthcoming EP, Skin of My Teeth". The Line of Best Fit. Retrieved April 16, 2025.
  8. 1 2 3 "About Lowertown".
  9. ↑ "How Lowertown Got Back to Their Origins and Found Indie Magic". Spreaker. Retrieved May 28, 2026.
  10. ↑ "YNFA: Lowertown".
  11. 1 2 Johnson, Hailey. "On the Rise: Lowertown".
  12. ↑ "Best New Bands of 2022".
  13. 1 2 Little, Kaiya. "Alternative/rock duo Lowertown discuss latest EP, tour life at SXSW".
  14. ↑ Abdel-Gawad, Minna. "Lowertown Share Their Raw, Unfiltered Truths in Debut Album I Love to Lie".
  15. ↑ Kelly, Tyler. "Lowertown return with the forthcoming EP, Skin of My Teeth".
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