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Cotton Ships is a Los Angeles-based indie/alternative band rooted in a close-knit group of friends, including Kenny Chesler and Kaiya Crawford, who formed the project while at Santa Monica College. Described by Bandcamp as a five friends’ one-day-at-a-time collaboration, the band blends a wide range of influences to create a sound that sits at the intersection of indie, post-surf, art rock, and post-punk.
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Rooted in DIY roots and a dedicated hometown scene, Cotton Ships has built a cohesive catalog that showcases their willingness to experiment while staying true to a strong sense of melody and mood. Their music has been highlighted in local coverage for capturing the Santa Monica and broader LA indie spirit, with Bandcamp serving as a central hub for their releases.
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Below you’ll find a concise biography, a highlights-driven discography, and the latest on upcoming tour dates. If you’re looking to secure your seats, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss access to tickets and reliable updates on show details.
The sound
The musical character
Artist: Cotton Ships | Based in Los Angeles, California Genres: indie, post-surf, art rock, post-punk, post-rock Origin: Formed by SMC students including Kenny Chesler and Kaiya Crawford, described as a five friends’ project documented on Bandcamp.
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Social links: official pages and posts on Bandcamp serve as the central hub for discography, with the band maintaining activity across Facebook and Instagram. For the latest news, music releases, and tour updates, follow their official channels on Bandcamp, Facebook, and Instagram.
The live experience
What reaches the room
Recent releases reflect a trajectory from Ardath (2016) to S/T EP (2016), Pastel Life (2017), and Polygraph (2020), showcasing growth in texture, mood, and experimentation. If you’re in the LA area or planning a tour, keep an eye on venue calendars—Cotton Ships brings a distinct indie energy to the stage.
The essentials
The records
The hits
Artist: Cotton Ships | Based in Los Angeles, California Genres: indie, post-surf, art rock, post-punk, post-rock Origin: Formed by SMC students including Kenny Chesler and Kaiya Crawford, described as a five friends’ project documented on Bandcamp.
Social links: official pages and posts on Bandcamp serve as the central hub for discography, with the band maintaining activity across Facebook and Instagram. For the latest news, music releases, and tour updates, follow their official channels on Bandcamp, Facebook, and Instagram.
Recent releases reflect a trajectory from Ardath (2016) to S/T EP (2016), Pastel Life (2017), and Polygraph (2020), showcasing growth in texture, mood, and experimentation. If you’re in the LA area or planning a tour, keep an eye on venue calendars—Cotton Ships brings a distinct indie energy to the stage.
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