Hiss Golden Messenger
Hiss Golden Messenger is an American folk band originating from Durham, North Carolina, formed in 2007 and led by singer and songwriter MC Taylor.[1][2]
Hiss Golden Messenger
Durham, North Carolina, U.S.
2007–present
Paradise of Bachelors, Heaven & Earth Magic, Blackmaps, Merge, Three Lobed Recordings
MC Taylor
Chris Boerner
Alex Bingham
Sam Fribush
Nick Falk
Scott Hirsch
Musical style[edit]
The band's music contains elements from various musical genres, such as folk, country, dub, country soul, rhythm and blues, bluegrass, jazz, funk, swamp pop, gospel, blues, and rock.[8][5][12][13] The band's style was also described as "alternative country" and "country rock."[5][13][18] The band's main influences include the Beatles, The Byrds, and Buffalo Springfield.[6] The band has been compared to Will Oldham and Bill Callahan.[19]