Biography
Romantic States is living.
Based in Baltimore, MD, romantic states are a minimilist rock duo comprising of Jim Triplett (guitar + vocals) and Ilenia Madelaire (drums + vocals). They have released 6 studio albums; S/T (2010), A Shell Is Born (2011), Vessels Of Devils (2013), S/T (2015), Corduroy In Italy (2017) and most recently Ballerina (2019).
*Praise for 'Ballerina' by Romantic States*
"It’s pretty great! … What makes it special are the words shared by Madelaire, who establishes herself here as a cruel poet of the mundane, consistently hilarious and wicked with a lyrics sheet you’ll want to read."
— Matt Korvette (Yellow Green Red, Pissed Jeans)
"there’s something especially poignant about the quiet power of Romantic States."
— Lydia Woolever (Baltimore Magazine)
"a familiar and beloved staple amongst my most cherished albums … it offers tremendous emotional depth, but delivered gently, kindly, directly, gracefully, honestly. This isn't just 'good music,' it's special."
— Laurie Spector (Hothead)
"stunning … it’s like they’ve sponsored an indiepop seance and decided to write the whole score"
— Nathan Lankford (Austin Town Hall)
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