Ee is a San Francisco-based indie rock collective that occupies a vital niche in the Asian-American indie rock lineage. Formed in 1999 by Tobin Mori (formerly of Korea Girl), the band's identity was solidified by the addition of Sooyoung Park, a foundational figure in the slowcore and indie rock scenes through his work with Seam.
Their sound is a masterclass in restraint, blending the rhythmic discipline of post-rock with the melodic sensibilities of 90s indie. Critically, they are often grouped with 'slowcore' pioneers like Bedhead or The American Analog Set due to their preference for mid-to-slow tempos and clean, layered guitar arrangements. While their discography is relatively sparse, their influence persists among crate-diggers and fans of the 'Second Wave' indie rock era. The band's cultural position is significant as a prominent all-Asian-American lineup in a genre that was historically homogenous, providing a sophisticated, understated alternative to the more aggressive sounds of their contemporaries.
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