What Seas, What Shores Celebrate 20 Years of Sonic Exploration with Special Anniversary Performance
Marking Two Decades Since Formation and Ten Years Since Their Landmark Album Spiritual Nap Machine
Esteemed Windsor-based post-rock ensemble What Seas, What Shores proudly celebrate their 20th anniversary this year — a milestone that also marks ten years since the release of their 2015 album, Spiritual Nap Machine.
Formed in Windsor, Ontario in 2005, the band quickly earned recognition for their immersive sound and boundary-pushing compositions that seamlessly wove together elements of post-rock, experimental jazz and ambient textures. Over the years and several national tours, they developed a dedicated following through their deeply affecting live performances and rich, exploratory recordings.
Their 2015 release Spiritual Nap Machine was widely regarded as a high point in their discography and spent weeks atop the charts at the locally based independent radio station CJAM 99.1FM.
“The eight-song offering hears the experimental instrumental outfit weaving their way through an array of eccentric influences, resulting in their own unique blend of math-rock, post-punk and ambient sound.”
— Exclaim!
“Reminiscent of Shadowy Men on a Shadowy Planet, just a little edgier."
— CICK 93.9FM
In the wake of Spiritual Nap Machine, the band embarked on their ambitious Pacific Tour, performing in cities across Taiwan and Japan, where they were met with packed rooms and warm international reception. These performances solidified the group’s reputation as a deeply resonant live act, with music that transcended language and genre.
To mark this momentous occasion, What Seas, What Shores will reunite for a special 20th Anniversary performance on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Meteor in Windsor, Ontario, their first in over eight years. This one-night-only event promises a rare opportunity to experience the band’s full lineup live, revisiting material from across their two-decade catalogue — as well as an opening performance from Windsor’s Meandergreen and DJ sets throughout the evening from Pat Petro.
On the topic of the reunion and anniversary performance, the band reflects:
"It's hard to believe that it's been 10 years since we've put out our last album, as well as traveled to Taiwan and Japan. Those were eye-opening experiences for all of us, and we have all certainly had our share of life changes in the interim. It's great that we've all remained friends and recently revisited this material and felt excited enough to get it together to put on a show for anyone who has enjoyed the music we've made. We're all really looking forward to seeing our friends and playing these tunes."
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Tickets and additional information about the anniversary can be found here:
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What Seas, What Shores: Twenty Years of Sonic Exploration
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