The Garden: Vans Sidestripe Sessions | VANS

This week’s session features music from twin brothers Fletcher and Wyatt Shears. The brothers formed The Garden back in 2011, in Orange County, California. Since then, the duo has been fully committed to writing, touring, and finding deliverance through their fast-pace art-punk sound. They’ve created a term for their DIY beliefs, Vava Vada. “Vada Vada represents total freedom of expression without boundaries or guidelines of any sort.“ The Garden’s discography covers four EPs and four studio albums, including their latest Kiss My Super Bowl Ring. Kiss My Super Bowl Ring dropped on March 13th via Epitaph Records. Pitchfork described the album as “a frenetic collection of songs that grapple with existential woes and cathartic rage,“ while also noting their pop sensibility, “on songs like the rip-roaring “AMPM Truck,“ where Wyatt’s melodic bass lines and Fletcher’s snappy drumming take the forefront.“ Learn more about The Garden on their site: Art from this week’s episode comes from Eric McHenry. Born in North Carolina, Los Angeles artist Eric McHenry was influenced at a young age to experiment with art. His mother, an elementary school teacher, provided Eric with encouragement and supplies to explore his creativity. Along with his mother, McHenry notes a variety of influences from NBA star Scottie Pippen to Walt Disney. McHenry’s art exhibits a sense of humor and innovation. His first solo show titled “The Terrible Tusk Show“ in 2014 showcased his ability to mix watercolors, drawings, and media collage. McHenry also has a love of skateboarding and skate art. You can find his unique pieces on his website: Vans Sidestripe Sessions are a global series celebrating collaboration, diversity, and expression through music and art. The two-song sessions feature performances from Vans’ extended family of musicians, backdropped by original art installations from emerging artists. Each session is unique in sight and sound. Music Credits: “AMPM Truck” “Sneaky Devil” SUBSCRIBE: Connect with Vans: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: Pinterest: Tumblr: About Vans: Vans®, a VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) brand, is the original action sports footwear, apparel and accessories brand. Vans® authentic collections are sold in 84 countries through a network of subsidiaries, distributors and international offices. Vans® has over 2,000 retail locations globally including owned, concession and partnership doors. The Vans® brand promotes creative self-expression in youth culture across action sports, art, music and street culture and delivers progressive platforms such as the Vans Park Series, Vans Triple Crown of Surfing®, Vans Pool Party, Vans Custom Culture, and Vans’ cultural hub and international music venue, House of Vans. Vans Top Athletes: Anthony Van Engelen, Geoff Rowley, Kyle Walker, Chima Ferguson, Gilbert Crocket, Tony Trujillo, Elijah Berle, Rowan Zorilla, Lizzie Armanto, Joel Tudor, Leila Hurst, Nathan Fletcher, Dane Gudauskas, Tanner Gudauskas, Patrick Gudauskas, Mikey February, Dakota Roche, Scotty Cranmer, Kevin Peraza, Dennis Enarson, Larry Edgar, Angie Marino, Jake Kuzyk, Hana Beaman, Mary Rand. The Garden: Vans Sidestripe Sessions | VANS
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