A barking, howling, deep-toned and raw-voiced indie folk troubadour who makes no apologies for his straight-talking manner and delivers lines like “I’m like a rock, will you roll me?” and “I spent a little too much time on the dark side – I gotta come into the light.” Paleface currently tours with drummer/co-singer Mo Samalot, who adds able-bodied beat-keeping and feminine appeal to his songs with her charming candied lead vocals and cooing backing harmonies; electric guitarist Soren Mattson, who brings another layer of melody and riffage to their live sound. Paleface has performed on three albums by The Avett Brothers, inspired artists ranging from Beck to Kimya Dawson, and is a rousing showman we’re lucky to see play for free.
— Leilani Polk