For the first time in almost a decade, brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith grace the cover of a Dawes record. It’s just the two of them this time, and as such, Oh Brother marks a distinctive new chapter for the California rock band — one that is both introspective and accessible, all while maintaining their beloved sense of sincerity.

Oh Brother steers Dawes decidedly forward, honoring 15 years of Taylor and Griffin’s musical relationship, as well as the next era of their band. Each of the nine songs began with just Taylor on guitar and vocals and Griffin on drums. They initially tracked each one live together, before adding in additional instrumentation and collaborating with touring guitarist Trevor Menear in the studio. Additionally, Oh Brother is the first record the brothers have co-produced, working alongside longtime friend Mike Viola.

At this point in the Goldsmith’s career, Dawes has cemented itself as one of the most earnest, no-bullshit musical acts out there. They’re a band that can move seamlessly between folk rock, piano ballads, and sprawling jams while maintaining both an immediately recognizable sound and a freedom from expectations. Even as the Goldsmith brothers navigates new chapters in their personal and professional lives, Oh Brother shows how they remain creative, ambitious, and inspired — what it means to be lifers in a band together.

Upcoming Shows


Apr
18
th
First Avenue
Apr
18
th
First Avenue

Dawes

Oh Brother Tour
with Winnetka Bowling League

Past Shows


Apr
15
th
2023
Palace Theatre
Apr
15
th
2023
Palace Theatre

An Evening with 
Dawes

The Misadventures of Doomscroller Tour
Dec
3
rd
2021
Livestream
Dec
3
rd
2021
Livestream

Dawes ⏤ Livestream

Live from First Avenue
Dec
3
rd
2021
First Avenue
Dec
3
rd
2021
First Avenue

Dawes

with Erin Rae
Aug
28
th
2020
NoonChorus
Aug
28
th
2020
NoonChorus

Dawes

Livestream
Sep
7
th
2018
Palace Theatre
Sep
7
th
2018
Palace Theatre
Feb
3
rd
2017
State Theatre
Feb
3
rd
2017
State Theatre
Jul
14
th
2015
Cabooze Outdoor Plaza
Jul
14
th
2015
Cabooze Outdoor Plaza

Dawes

with Lake Street Dive and The Lone Bellow
Jun
2
nd
2014
Mainroom
Jun
2
nd
2014
Mainroom
Jun
1
st
2014
Mainroom
Jun
1
st
2014
Mainroom
Jul
10
th
2013
Mainroom
Jul
10
th
2013
Mainroom

Dawes

with Shovels & Rope and Paul Spring
Jul
9
th
2013
Mainroom
Jul
9
th
2013
Mainroom

Dawes

89.3 The Current presents DAWES
with Paul Spring and Shovels & Rope
Dec
31
st
2011
Varsity Theater
Dec
31
st
2011
Varsity Theater

Dawes

with Red Daughters and Caroline Smith
Dec
30
th
2011
Varsity Theater
Dec
30
th
2011
Varsity Theater

Dawes

with Caroline Smith and Red Daughters
Nov
4
th
2011
Mainroom
Nov
4
th
2011
Mainroom

Dawes and Blitzen Trapper

with The Belle Brigade
Mar
14
th
2011
Mainroom
Mar
14
th
2011
Mainroom
Nov
11
th
2010
Mainroom
Nov
11
th
2010
Mainroom

Dawes

with The Moondoggies and PETER WOLF CRIER
Jun
6
th
2010
Mainroom
Jun
6
th
2010
Mainroom

More Shows

Apr
26
th
7th St Entry

The Bright Light Social Hour

Mar
22
nd
Fine Line

Russian Circles

with Pelican
Dec
27
th
7th St Entry

Jaki Blue

with KAYCYY and Sophia Eris
May
3
rd
The Fitzgerald Theater

Ichiko Aoba