Glitterer Gives Art The Time It Needs | Hotline

Fronted by bassist Ned Russin (Title Fight), Glitterer crafts strident and melodic songs with nods to classic D.C. punk like Fugazi and Nation of Ulysses. Initially a solo project, the band's latest album Rationale finds Russin joined by a cast of collaborators including keyboardist, guitarist Connor Morin, and keyboardist Nicole Dao. The record's 12 song indulge in catchy soft grunge textures and post-punk ambiance, with Russin's lyrical focus dedicated to sorting through the day-to-day struggles of a working musician.Today on Hotline, he answers fan questions from the 1-877-WASTOIDS answering machine, pondering the best bookshelves he's encountered on tour, the importance of giving your art time, and expanding from his solo roots into a fully fledged band.