Son Ark

Son Ark arrived in Los Angeles by way of Roanoke Virginia (which lays exactly between The Grand Ole Opry and Apollo Theatre) when they heard a rumor that Sam Philips was rebuilding Muscle Shoals on the west coast. Since then, son ark has been filling establishments across Los Angeles with their unmistakably unique brand of Americana roots rock and with lyrics that tell tales of bygone eras and heartbreaking love lost, son ark longingly reminds us of days gone by. The songs are not antiques, though. Influenced by the likes of Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, Patsy Cline, Andrew Bird, and Led Zeppelin, son ark tells their tales in a decidedly contemporary way.

In summer 2007, singer Robin Harris, guitarist Sherman Pascoe, and bassist Chris Sousa met by luck or by fate and began playing played at speakeasies, café bars, and street corners alike for the next year.

Meanwhile, in Boston, banjo player Matt Sousa began hearing of his cousin Chris’ escapades and decided to move West and join the band. Pat Butterworth entered the ranks in 2008, completing the band. From that moment on, Son Ark has made stages throughout Los Angeles their stomping grounds.

You can catch Son Ark live at Casey’s every Saturday this month. No Cover. Just bring your good time and Son Ark will take care of the rest.