The Growlers

The Growlers

garage rock

United States Est. 2006

"With gritty guitar riffs layered over relaxed rhythms, their music pulses with a carefree bounce that invites both movement and introspection."

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Are You In Or Out?

Are You In Or Out?

2009
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Career Arc

The Growlers's discography from 2007 to 2018

2007 2012 2018
Greatest sHits (2007) Couples Vol. 3 - What It... (2008) Couples Vol. 4 - Milk The... (2008) Couples Vol. 2 - Mean Peo... (2008) Couples Vol. 1 - Tijuana... (2008) Are You In Or Out? (2009) Couples Vol. 8 - The End (2009) Couples Vol. 6 - Try it..... (2009) Couples Vol. 7 (2009) Couples Vol. 5 - Club Gro... (2009) Hot Tropics (2011) Beach Goth: Demos From Hu... (2012) Uncle Sam's A DICK / Drin... (2012) Hung at Heart (2013) Gilded Pleasures (2013) Not. Psych! (2013) Chinese Fountain (2014) City Club (2016) Casual Acquaintances (2018)
The Growlers matter because they carve out a space where the carefree spirit of California surf culture collides with the raw energy of garage rock, offering a fresh yet nostalgic sound that resonates deeply.
The Growlers matter because they carve out a space where the carefree spirit of California surf culture collides with the raw energy of garage rock, offering a fresh yet nostalgic sound that resonates deeply. Their blend of playful irreverence and earnestness has captured the attention of a generation seeking authenticity in an increasingly manufactured musical landscape, fostering a community that celebrates both the absurd and the sincere. Their approach is characterized by a willingness to embrace spontaneity and lo-fi aesthetics, often recording in unconventional settings that capture the essence of their live performances. This invites listeners into an intimate experience, as if they are sharing a secret between friends rather than consuming polished studio work. The band's ability to shift from gritty riffs to laid-back grooves highlights their dynamic range while maintaining an underlying sense of fun and mischief. Lyrically, The Growlers often explore themes of love, longing, and the complexities of human relationships, balancing irony with heartfelt sincerity. Their storytelling approach tends to weave vivid imagery with relatable narratives, evoking a sense of wistfulness that invites reflection while simultaneously encouraging revelry. Straddling the line between whimsical and poignant, their music feels like a soundtrack to life’s messy moments.

Full discography

The Growlers's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

19 releases • 10 albums • 7 EPS • 2007–2018
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EPs ()

Gilded Pleasures album by The Growlers

Gilded Pleasures

2013

Not. Psych! album by The Growlers

Not. Psych!

2013

Couples Vol. 6 - Try it... Is Good album by The Growlers

Couples Vol. 6 - Try it... Is Good

2009

Couples Vol. 7 album by The Growlers

Couples Vol. 7

2009

Couples Vol. 5 - Club Growlers album by The Growlers

Couples Vol. 5 - Club Growlers

2009

Couples Vol. 4 - Milk The Creature album by The Growlers

Couples Vol. 4 - Milk The Creature

2008

Couples Vol. 2 - Mean People Suck & Someone Something Jr. album by The Growlers

Couples Vol. 2 - Mean People Suck & Someone Something Jr.

2008

Singles ()

Uncle Sam's A DICK / Drinking Song For Kids 7" album by The Growlers

Uncle Sam's A DICK / Drinking Song For Kids 7"

2012

Couples Vol. 1 - Tijuana & Swallowed Whole album by The Growlers

Couples Vol. 1 - Tijuana & Swallowed Whole

2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Growlers sound like?

With gritty guitar riffs layered over relaxed rhythms, their music pulses with a carefree bounce that invites both movement and introspection. Rooted in garage rock. Start with City Club.

What is the best The Growlers album to start with?

The best album to start with is "City Club" (2016). It's the most representative of what makes The Growlers worth hearing.

Who is The Growlers for?

If you're into garage rock, The Growlers is worth your time. With gritty guitar riffs layered over relaxed rhythms, their music pulses with a carefree bounce that invites both movement and introspection.

How many albums does The Growlers have?

The Growlers has 19 releases in their discography, including 10 albums and 7 EPs.

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