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Animal Collective

Origin
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Genre
Electronic
Formed
2003
Animal Collective

Animal Collective is an American experimental pop band formed in Baltimore, Maryland in 2003. Its members and founders are Avey Tare, Panda Bear, Deakin, and Geologist. The band's music is characterized by studio experimentation, vocal harmonies, and an exploration of various genres which include freak folk, noise rock, ambient drone, and psychedelia. Records released under the name "Animal Collective" may include contributions from any or all of its members. In the case of Dibb, who often takes breaks from recording and performing with the band, his time off does not constitute full leave. The band members met in school and started recording together in various forms of collaboration from a young age. Developed in 1999 from a duo composed of Lennox and Portner, the collective was not officially established until all four members came together for the album Here Comes the Indian.

Origin Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Genres Experimental pop, psychedelia, indie rock, electronic, freak folk
Years active 1999-2003 (as various names), 2003–present
Labels Animal, Catsup Plate, St. Ives, Paw Tracks, Fat Cat, Domino
Associated acts Automine, Black Dice, Vashti Bunyan, Gang Gang Dance, Kría Brekkan
Members Avey Tare, Panda Bear, Geologist, Deakin

About Animal Collective

Experimental pop outfit which explores freak folk, noise rock, ambient drone and psychedelia. They established the record label Paw Tracks and garnered major acclaim for their album Merriweather Post Pavilion.

Achievement of Animal Collective

The group would release live albums by the names of Hollinndagain (2002), Animal Crack Box (2009) and Live at 9:30 (2015). 

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Latest information about Animal Collective updated on July 28 2021.