U.S. indie rocker Jonny Couch presents 'Where The Sidewalk Ends', his first album in seven years and his most ambitious work to date. Created with four acclaimed producers working across four different studios, the album expands on the melodic craftsmanship and emotional honesty that have become hallmarks of his songwriting while bringing a distinct character to each chapter of the record.
Like the 1950 film noir “Where the Sidewalk Ends”, which inspired this album, Couch channels a sense of mystery and shadowy city streets. its verses carrying a subtle detective-like atmosphere, the lyrics follow a lone figure moving through cold nights in search of connection and resolution. The cover artwork was created by renowned NYC artist Anne Muntges, who has exhibited internationally with work also featured in the book "Women Who Rock: Bessie to Beyoncé, Girl Groups to Riot Grrrl".
Between infectious rockers and ballads, Couch's music draws its origins directly from the power pop and new wave greats of the late '70s and early '80s. Featuring jangling guitars, a propulsive rhythm section, and undeniable melodic hooks, Couch is back with renewed focus and a collection of songs rooted in timeless songwriting, strong melodies and rock-and-roll energy.
This 10-track rock n roll journey was previewed by 'Overwhelmed', which explores the frustrations of a relationship coming apart, and the title track 'Where The Sidewalk Ends', which transforms into a driving, Giorgio Moroder-influenced chorus, blending 70s-inspired disco synths with modern new wave production. The result is a cinematic hybrid—part noir, part euphoric release, the accompanying videi was written and directed by Richard Jordan. Filmed and edited by Charles Colfer, it stars Alexander Saris as "Guy" and Jonny Couch as himself.
Rather than relying on a single producer, Couch assembled four respected collaborators for the project, each overseeing specific songs while contributing their own sonic perspective to the album. Giving the album a broad sonic palette, 'Where The Sidewalk Ends' still has a cohesive power-pop identity with Jonny Couch remainingthe creative constant throughout the project.
"I didn't want every song approached the same way," says Jonny Couch. "Each producer brought a different perspective and challenged me in different ways, but the songs still sound like one album because they all came from the same place."
Jonas Wilson (The Black Angels, Heartless Bastards, Sumbuck, Urban Heat)produced Tracks 1, 2, 5 and 10 at Mr. Pink Records in Bastrop, TX and Jon Chinn(Wild Child, Lomelda, David Ramirez, Gina Chavez) produced Tracks 6 and 8 at Landline Recording in Hoboken, NJ. Peter Mavrogeorgis (The National, Boy Harsher, Grinderman, Sharon Van Etten) helmed Tracks 3 and 9, and Dan Haag(The Astrojet and The Black Swans, both fronted by Fountains of Wayne's Jody Porter) collaborated on Tracks 4 and 7.
A staple on the New York and New Jersey music scene, Couch was a NYC rock drummer before going solo in 2016. His acclaimed 'Animal Instinct' EP earned praise for its blend of soulful pop and rock sensibilities, with Louder Than War dubbing him "a Bryan Ferry pop crooner" and High Times calling his work "charming". 2019's debut 'Mystery Man' further solidified his reputation as a gifted songwriter with recognition in Bandcamp Daily's "Unsung Power Pop Gems From All Eras" feature and more.
Building a following through energetic performances and sharp songwriting, Couch has performed alongside The Fleshtones, Josie Cotton, The Nude Party, Paul Collins Beat, and The Plimsouls, and also at the Savannah Stopover Music Festival, Hoboken Arts & Music Festival, Jersey City's Lo-Fi Fest, and WFMU FM. He regularly appears on stage at NYC venues such as Sleepwalk, Bowery Palace and TV Eye, as well as Pet Shop in Jersey City, NJ.
As of July 24, 'Where The Sidewalk Ends will be available from digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. The album release show takes place that evening at Brooklyn's Sleepwalk with other live dates in New Jersey, New York and Illinois announced, along with a series of UK dates in August.
LIVE DATES
AUG 03 Asbury Park, NJ @ Wonder Bar - for the 'Happy Mondays' series
AUG 11 Nottingham, UK @ Billy Bootleggers - for the "Ruby Tuesdays" series
AUG 12 Hastings, UK @ Jenny Lind Inn
AUG 13 London, UK @ Dublin Castle
AUG 16 Brighton, UK @ Daltons (with The DSM IV and Francis Pig)
SEPT 05 Chicago, IL @ The Cubby Bear (with Kicked By A Hand)
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