The Schroeders ™

Under the leadership of singer/songwriter/guitarist, Justin Phillips, The Schroeders makes exquisitely structured Pop music. Formed in the suburbs of Seattle, WA in March of 2006, The Scroeders (formerly Saccharine) became the new vehicle for Justin’s “hook-heavy” Pop songs. Quickly enlisting the talents and super melodic playing of long-time friend, Jason Milfs on fretless bass; there was no denying the combination immediately clicked. Collective influences ranged from The Beatles & Badfinger, to The Cars, Weezer, & Elliott Smith. With lucid songs about love, loss, hate, hope, and plain ol’ fun, Phillips touches upon the emotions with lethal precision—even the darker numbers are wrapped in irresistibly addicting melodies, with powerful vocals that are drenched in harmonies.In May of 2006, the band recorded their first self-produced demo. The four song recording features ex-Posies drummer, Mike Musburger. Immediately following the making of this disc, The Schroeders set-out on a very long and frustratingly exhaustive search for a drummer. After 10 excruciatingly tedious months of constant auditioning, and head-pounding, The Schroeders perseverance paid off with Connecticut transplant, Kris Bulakowski (formerly of indie-pop group, The Inclined Plane) who literally knocked the socks off ALL of the competition, and fit snugly into the drummer position and catchy songs almost overnight. With a fun and super energetic live show, and positive support and reviews from fans, professionals, and other attentive listeners, The Schroeders are definitely one of the Northwest bands to be on the lookout for in the near future!