Treasure State's lyrics & chords

In Seattle 90s, drummer Leffler admires Joel RL Phelps’ Downer Trio which includes guitarist/vocalist Mercer. Talk ensues. Mutual ideas about good music confirmed. Does Mercer still write his own songs? Yes. Get a bassist, Dan Rathman. Play with the idea of doing something sparse and restrained. Treasure State started in 2000. No rock allowed. Simple. No distortion. Silence is golden. Success. Play some shows. Moneyshot records offers to release full-length. Recorded “Retain the Risk” in 2001, released in 2002. New bassist Sh...read more