Dumbo Brooklyn based Anthem In releases their self-titled album on iTunes and in stores today. Their songs have great vibe and catchy beats without being too pop. Their video of Down was filmed at Allen Orr’s studio and around Dumbo. It’s a great song and we love the Wurlitzer sounds. We checked in with Allen Orr (vocals, guitar):
DumboNYC: What does “Anthem In” mean?
Allen: The name was loosely based on the Ayn Rand book “Anthem”. There were some definite parallels between the events happening in my life and the theme of the book.
DumboNYC: Are you guys based in Brooklyn? Where?
Allen: We are based in Dumbo. Actually the majority of the album was recorded at my place on Front St.
DumboNYC: The video is filmed in Dumbo. Was it for convenience or intentionally for the streetscapes?
Allen: It was intentionally chosen for the look and feel of the streets. It was fitting that the video was shot in Dumbo since the album was written and recorded here. Actually a few of the songs are about living in Dumbo and how the bridges, water and streets have influenced me.
Check out their video:
Anthem In – Down from Anthem In on Vimeo.
