Deadstring Brothers

The Profile

American rock band formed in Detroit in 2003 and led by Kurt Marschke. Known for a Stones-tinged roots rock sound with male/female lead vocals; notable albums include Starving Winter Report (2006) and Silver Mountain (2007).

Detroit-based American rock band formed in 2003. Dual lead vocals by Masha and Kurt Marschke; members cited include Spencer Cullum, Jeff Cullum, Travis Harret, and Pat Kenneally. Silver Mountain (2007) follows the eponymous debut (2005) and Starving Winter Report (2006).

A positive, Stones-tinged portrait of Detroit’s Deadstring Brothers. The review calls Silver Mountain (2007) their most accomplished, after the 2005 debut and 2006’s Starving Winter Report. It praises dual vocals (Masha and Kurt Marschke), road-ready grooves, and standout tracks, with a small caveat about originality.