Homeshake is the birth child of Peter Sagar, former guitarist of singer Mac DeMarco’s live band. While being known for his band days, Peter Sager has continued to make a name for himself with his solo projects. After starting his solo career in 2012, Peter Sager continued to perform with Mac DeMarco’s live band before his departure in 2014. Peter Sager’s music has been considered indie rock and neo-soul with a mixture of alternative R&B.
In 2013, Homeshakes released his debut mixtape, The Homeshake Tape. The mixtape received mixed reviews upon its release. The follow-up mixtape, Dynamic Meditation was released the same year under Fixture Records. Homeshake didn’t release his debut studio album, In The Shower until 2014. Homeshake’s sophomore album, Midnight Snack was released late 2015. The album was heavily influenced by R&B and indie pop sounds. The album was released through Sinderlyn Records. Homeshake gained worldwide attention after the release of his third album, Fresh Air on February 3, 2017. The album was accompanied with the hit single, “Call Me Up”.
Fresh Air was their best selling album to date. Media outlet Pitchfork gave the album a 7.3/10 score while Metacritic scored the album 76/100. While some loved the indie pop inspired album various others didn’t. Homeshake toured all over the US in support of the album. Over the album, various styles of R&B can be heard over soft vocals mixing with drum beats. Homeshake is bringing his unique style to the Philadelphia area this summer.
Underground Arts
Monday, August 7th
21 and Over
Show: 9:00 PM
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