Company of Thieves
Theatrical indie rock led by acrobatic, jazz-inflected vocals and rhythmic guitar. Soulful, literate, and full of restless energy for thoughtful afternoons.
Theatrical indie rock led by acrobatic, jazz-inflected vocals and rhythmic guitar. Soulful, literate, and full of restless energy for thoughtful afternoons.
Company of Thieves sounds like a conversation between a classically trained jazz singer and a restless indie rock band. Genevieve Schatz possesses a voice that can pivot from a delicate, breathy whisper to a glass-shattering belt in a single measure, all while maintaining a playful, almost theatrical sense of phrasing. The music is grounded by Marc Walloch’s guitar work, which favors syncopated rhythms and warm, overdriven tones that feel both vintage and modern.
What truly sets them apart is the intellectual curiosity baked into their songwriting. Their lyrics often feel like pages torn from a well-read journal, referencing literature and philosophy without ever feeling pretentious. There is a distinct 'Chicago' grit to their sound - a blend of Midwestern earnestness and sophisticated urban arrangement that makes their music feel lived-in and deeply personal.
Start with their debut album, Ordinary Riches. It captures the raw, kinetic energy of their early live shows and features 'Oscar Wilde,' the track that best exemplifies their ability to turn literary wit into a catchy, high-energy rock anthem. It is the perfect introduction to their blend of soul, jazz, and indie rock.
Company of Thieves were an American indie rock band from Chicago, Illinois, founded by Genevieve Schatz (vocals) and Marc Walloch (guitar). Their first album, Ordinary Riches, was released independently in 2007 and re-released in 2009. Their second album, Running from a Gamble, was released in 2011. The band announced they had no plans to record any new music as of January 2014, but announced a reunion in May 2017.
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