Rock · US · Active since 2005

The American Dollar

Crystalline post-rock that balances glitchy electronic beats with soaring, cinematic guitar swells. Perfect for deep focus or watching the world move from a distance.

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Formed in 2005 within Queens, New York, The American Dollar is a United States-based post-rock duo. The group features the collaborative efforts of John Emanuele, who handles drums and keyboards, and Richard Cupolo, who contributes guitar, keyboards, and production work. Together, they create instrumental compositions that define the band's established sound within the modern post-rock genre.

Our Catalog17 Albums · 2006 · 2022
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