The Knew

The Knew formed in Denver, Colorado, in the fall of 2004 as a trio: Tyler Breuer on guitar, Jacob Hansen on guitar and vocals, and Patrick Bowden on drums. The band’s self produced first EP, Rats, was released in November, 2005; some tracks lean towards the country/punk sound that Denver is so often associated with, however others use melodies that are found more in bluesy rock. 2006 found the Knew short one member as Tyler moved to Costa Rica to teach. The Knew performed as a duo the entire year, and adapted to a new style of song writing. Jacob and Patrick recorded Malone, their second EP, and released it in March, 2006. A heavier blues influence can be heard in the 2006 sessions, as the Knew styled their songs around slide guitar and the blues. Tyler’s much anticipated return in January, 2007, brought the original trio back together again. The band worked some of Tyler’s one-man Costa Rican tape recordings into the mix, adapted some of Malone for the three of them, and started writing great new material. It was clear that everyone’s experience and time apart helped their song-writing. With some solid shows as a trio under their belt, they recorded their 3rd EP, Holladay, at Denver’s Uneven Studio operated by Hot IQs bassist Bryan Fuechtinger. The album showcases their best work to date, ranging from chain-gang blues to uptempo country-punk, and was released in July 2007. In October 2007 the Knew added a fourth member, Tim Rynders, on bass guitar. Tim’s broad musical influences and indie soul have helped the band write more diverse songs and enhance their sound. With four members the band’s sound remains straightforward rock and roll: fun and full of energy.