The Besnard Lakes
Pop / chanson
- Origin
- Montréal
- Formed
- 2003
- Genres
- rock indépendant
- Labels
- Jagjaguwar
- Members
- Jace Lasek
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Biography
The Besnard Lakes (BEZ-nerd) are a Canadian indie rock band from Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Formed in 2003 by the husband and wife team of Jace Lasek and Olga Goreas, the band also includes Kevin Laing (drums), Richard White (guitar), Sheenah Ko (keyboards), and Robbie MacArthur (guitar). Their music, often atmospheric, is influenced by shoegazing and the rock of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys. The band's name is inspired by Besnard Lake in Saskatchewan.
Highlights
- Formed in 2003 in Montreal.
- Influenced by shoegazing and the Beach Boys' rock.
- Two albums nominated for the Polaris Music Prize.
Discography
- Volume I2003
- Life Rarely Begins With Tungsten Film #2 · EP2004
- Dark Horse Transmissions · EP2006
- The Besnard Lakes Are the Dark Horse2007
- The Besnard Lakes Are the Roaring Night2010
- You Lived in the City · EP2011
- Until In Excess, Imperceptible UFO2013
- The Golden Lion · EP2015
- A Coliseum Complex Museum2016
- The Besnard Lakes Are the Last of the Great Thunderstorm Warnings2021
- The Besnard Lakes Are the Ghost Nation2025
FAQ
When was the band formed?
The Besnard Lakes was formed in 2003.
Who are the members of the band?
The band members include Jace Lasek, Kevin Laing, Richard White, Sheenah Ko, and Robbie MacArthur.
Where is the artist from?
The Besnard Lakes originates from Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
What genre of music do they play?
The Besnard Lakes plays independent rock, often influenced by shoegazing.
What are their biggest hits?
Notable albums by The Besnard Lakes include 'Volume I' (2003), 'The Besnard Lakes Are the Dark Horse' (2007), and 'A Coliseum Complex Museum' (2016).
How long has the band been active?
The Besnard Lakes has been active since its formation in 2003.
