Fragile Gang is an American indie rock band originally formed in El Paso, Texas, and currently based in Los Angeles, California. Formed in the early 2000s, Fragile Gang is notable for its ties to the El Paso punk rock scene, serving as a successor to the band Foss and featuring early contributions from politician Beto O'Rourke.
History
The initial lineup of the band reunited Foss co-founder Beto O'Rourke with his former bandmates Arlo Klahr and Mike Stevens, alongside musician Aisling Cormack. Klahr, a Toronto-born singer and multi-instrumentalist, met Irish-born musician Cormack while attending high school together in the El Paso punk scene. O'Rourke performed in and contributed to several of Fragile Gang's earliest recordings and live shows before leaving the group to focus on his career in politics. He was featured on the cover art of the band's 2007 release.
In late 2014, the band released For Esme, a studio album written as a memorial tribute to Austin local music icon Esme Barrera.
Band members
Current members Arlo Klahr – vocals, multiple instruments Aisling Cormack – vocals, multiple instruments Matthew Schmitz – drums
Past members Beto O'Rourke – drums, guitar Mike Stevens - drums Ailbhe Cormack - bass, vocals
Discography
Studio albums and LPs Valley of Static (2003) On the Other Side of the Love We Hear (2005) Aisling & Arlo (2009) Twister in the Ocean (2010) The World is New (2011) For Esme (2014) A Plausible and Desirable Future (2019) Summertime in the City (Western Breed Records, 2022) Make Me One with Everything (2026)
EPs and singles Blue Pills & What's in Alaska? b/w James Joyce & Chicks on Bikes (EP, 2007) Sharkadian Rhythm (EP, 2011) Sharkbaby Songs (EP, 2013) "Sun + Moon" / "I Love All My Friends (Demo)" (7" Lathe Cut, Golly Jane Records, 2021) "I Love The Rain" b/w "End of The Night (Demo)" (2022)
See also
Foss (band)
References
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