Board this plane anyway

Blind Pilot’s focused, acoustic sound is uncommonly soothing. It is music to listen to in a comfortable chair on a rainy day.
The band’s six members wield a veritable arsenal of instruments, including acoustic guitar, banjo, ukulele, mandolin, upright bass, dulcimer, trumpet and violin. This diversity of sound is put to good use and never feels like too much thanks to deft, light-handed instrumentation. Similarly, lead singer Israel Nebeker’s pure, airy vocals are matched with the perfect amount of tight, well-executed harmonies. The drum work is excellent throughout, from the energetic beat that drives the title track to the sparse, haunting bongo work of “New York.”
“We Are the Tide” showcases the band’s thoughtful, refreshing melodic style. The music rarely goes where you expect it to, but each surprising chord progression is so clearly right that you’ll wonder how you didn’t see it coming. Nebeker’s clear voice propels strong, compelling melodies that ride the natural swells of the music, achieving a humble, effortless majesty.