A concept album about the trials and tribulations of Holly the Hoodrat and a cast of other characters who feature prominently in The Hold Steady's entire catalogue. The album receive universal critical acclaim upon release. It is the first Hold Steady recording to feature keyboard player Franz Nicolay.
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A concept album about the trials and tribulations of Holly the Hoodrat and a cast of other characters who feature prominently in The Hold Steady'… read more
A concept album about the trials and tribulations of Holly the Hoodrat and a cast of other characters who feature prominently in The Hold Steady's entire catalogue. The album recei… read more
The Hold Steady is an American rock band based in Brooklyn formed by vocalist/guitarist Craig Finn (ex-Lifter Puller) in 2004. Wanting to capture the sound of bands such as The Replacements and The Grifters, Finn recruited guitarist Tad Kubler (also ex-Lifter Puller), drummer Judd Counsell, and bassist Galen Polivka. In 2005 the band grew to include Franz Nicolay (of The World/Inferno Friendship Society) on keyboards and Bobby Drake took over on drums following Counsell's departure. Recording mostly live, the band released its debut, Almost Killed Me, on French Kiss Records in… read more