national pleasure

Erin Rodgers is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist who has performed with a variety of bands and artists. A versatile and reliable performer, Rodgers has played every role from co-bandleader to one-time session musician. She learns something from each project and has connected with an immense network of talent, but none of these endeavors were properly hers – and she had things to say.

National Pleasure is her Newtonian equal and opposite reaction to all of the implied and explicit “no’s” she’s heard over the years. Hers is a controlled and elegant rebellion, the primary purpose of which is to redefine collaboration on her own terms. Rodgers is an adept songwriter and lyricist who knows her strengths – and also empowers others to use theirs. Although each indie pop song is written and performed primarily by Rodgers, using a palette of keyboards, vocal harmonies, and clarinet, she then invites her friends to add their own touches, with little or no direction. She is not afraid to relinquish control when someone has a better idea. The result is a unique but cohesive sound, shaped by Rodgers and her producer, Josh Applebee.

The release of National Pleasure’s upcoming EP Neophelia has been delayed due to the pandemic, but is scheduled for release by Glitter Milk Records in early 2021.