Crystal Stilts

The Profile

Crystal Stilts are an American post-punk/indie rock band from Brooklyn, New York, formed by vocalist Brad Hargett and guitarist JB Townsend. Known for baritone vocals, reverb-drenched guitars, and organ-laced garage psychedelia, they released Alight of Night (2008), In Love With Oblivion (2011), and Nature Noir (2013).

Formed in Brooklyn in 2003 by Brad Hargett (vocals) and JB Townsend (guitar); early lineups featured Frankie Rose (drums), Kyle Forrester (keys), and Andy Adler (bass). Key releases include Alight of Night (2008), In Love With Oblivion (2011), Radiant Door EP (2011), and Nature Noir (2013).

Three reviews chart Crystal Stilts’ baritone-led swirl of garage psychedelia, lo‑fi haze, and jangle-pop sparkle. Alight of Night is praised as dark, electrifying, and familiar; In Love With Oblivion keeps the formula airborne; the early EP nails a minimalist, reverb-soaked basement charm. Echoes of Velvet Underground, Joy Division, and Jesus & Mary Chain recur throughout.