A Minor Forest

The Profile

A Minor Forest are an American math rock/post-rock trio from San Francisco, known for knotty structures and volatile dynamics on Thrill Jockey. They released Flemish Altruism (1996), produced by Steve Albini, and Inindependence (1998), recorded by Bob Weston. The band reunited in 2013.

Origin: San Francisco, California, US. Label: Thrill Jockey. Members have included Erik Hoversten (guitar/vocals), John Trevor Benson (bass), and Andee Connors (drums). Albums: Flemish Altruism (1996) and Inindependence (1998). Producers/engineers: Steve Albini (Flemish Altruism), Bob Weston (Inindependence).

Two detailed reviews trace A Minor Forest’s tangled math rock and post-rock: dissonant, unpredictable, and cathartic. Flemish Altruism (1996) is praised for Albini’s stark production and grueling, expansive forms. Inindependence (1998) is framed as controlled chaos with Weston’s punchy mix and nods to Slint, Shellac, and Don Caballero. Expect long tracks, cello shades, slocore tension, and sudden outbursts.