AD ASTRA PER ASPERA

That's the motto of Kansas, the state I grew up in. Ad Astra per Aspera. It means 'to the stars through difficulties.' It's applicable to the state and applicable to this band - Drakkar Sauna. Just saw these Kansas natives a few weeks ago, and I can't stop listening to them. Somehow, they summarize the midwest for me. Rusty but harmonious, dark and funny, secular but spiritual, and relatable without getting hit over the head with pathos. They're a kick to see live. Stomping tamborine shoes, Rollie Fingers mustaches, and stories of "traveling the country, and having a fine time doing it!" Order the vinyl version of their record, Jabraham Lincoln, and the CDR version is also inside. And here's some live versions of songs gratis.