Howling Bells

Howling Bells

1. Indie rock band

   • Members include: Juanita Stein (vocals, rhythm guitar), Glenn Moule (drums), Juanita's brother Joel Stein (lead guitar), and Gary Daines (bass guitar).

2. Record label

3. 2004--->Present

   • Albums
     • 1. Howling Bells (2006)
       • The album charted in the Top 100 in the UK and just outside the Top 50 in Australia, and it was included on Album of the Year lists for a number of publications.
     • 2. Radio Wars (2009)
       • Received mixed reviews, although it charted higher than its predecessor in both the UK and Australia
     • 3. The Loudest Engine (2011)
       • Received largely favourable reviews but underperformed on the charts in comparison to the bands' two prior releases.
     • 4.Heartstrings (2014)
       • Heartstrings materialized following a brief hiatus by Howling Bells as Juanita became a first-time mother after giving birth. Additionally, the band members began working on other projects.
         • The album failed to chart in any nation :( and this can be considered a disadvantage of indie

4. They are influenced by The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix, and they are often compared to Mazzy Star and The Velvet Underground.

5. The band obtained moderate popularity in the United Kingdom following the release of its 2006 self-titled debut album.

6. Record Lables

   • Bella Union
   • Independiente
   • Play It Again Sam
   • Liberation
   • Hostess
   • Nettwerk
   • Cooking Vinyl
   • Birthday Records

7. Originally called Waikiki, the band changed its name and musical style preceding its move from Australia to England