American Aquarium
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American Aquarium is an American alternative country band from Raleigh, NC. Formed in 2006, the band derived its name from the Wilco song, “I Am Trying to Break Your Heart,” and is led by band founder and lead vocalist/ guitarist BJ Barham. A new lineup was announced in April 2017 with new faces joining the ranks: Crooks drummer Joey Bybee, Damn Quails bass player Ben Hussey and guitarist Shane Boeker – all from Texas – along with Nashville pedal-steel player Adam Kurtz
Influenced by: Wilco, Jason Isbell, Uncle Tupelo
- Active:
- 2006-present
- Scene:
- Raleigh, NC / Nashville
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