Smith Westerns

American indie rock band from Chicago, active 2007–2014. Known for a retro-flavored, Beatles/Beach Boys-influenced pop sound, notably on the 2011 album Dye It Blonde.

Dye It Blonde (2011) was produced by Chris Coady. The band released a self-titled debut (Smith Westerns) and the album Soft Will (2013). The group announced its end of activity in 2014.

Highly positive review of Smith Westerns' 2011 album Dye It Blonde. Reviewer EMIR 82 praises its Beatles/Beach Boys influences, retro pop sound and summer nostalgia. Standout tracks mentioned include Weekend, Smile and All Die Young. The review awards the album 5/5.

For:Listeners who enjoy Beatles/Beach Boys-influenced indie pop, nostalgic summer records and melodic retro-flavored music.