Golden Bear is an independent rock group from Austin, Texas.
Golden Bear's sound is driven by themes of hope and excitement.[ Allmusic Guide] They have released three full-length albums,Austin Chronicle Golden Bear (2006), To the Farthest Star (2007), Alive (2011), and one EP entitled Everest (2009).Austin Chronicle Golden Bear's first album drew comparisons to Built to Spill and Modest Mouse,entertainmentweekly.com while spin.com praised it for its "unparalleled crescendos and soaring choruses".spin.com The album also featured members of Voxtrot and the Black Angels (band).Austin Sound The band's second album drew comparisons to The Soft Bulletin-era Flaming Lips ".Onion A/V Club
Golden Bear began work on their third album in 2009. It was released in 2011. MTV.com dubbed it a "full-fledged power pop epic".MTV.com while others praised it for its "muscular yet melodic" sound.
Discography
Albums Golden Bear (2006) To the Farthest Star (2007) Alive (2011)
EPs Everest (2009)
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