Heart to Elk

About Heart to Elk

Point Juncture, WA actually hail from Portland, OR… and that makes sense, really. A true testament to this might be their new record “Heart to Elk” which shares much in common with their fair Rose City. Both Heart to Elk and Portland exude an intelligent beauty that is as much sublime as it is progressive. Also, Point Juncture, WA is a band that embraces a common Northwest D.I.Y. ethos as witnessed by the band’s true passion for owning every step of it’s musical evolution. From relentless touring and awe-inspiring shows, to home recording and unique hand-assembled records, Point Juncture, WA wants you to feel their love every step of the way. It is such a beautiful and undeniable thing and it is organic, electric and pure. After one listen of Heart to Elk you will have had your first taste and there is no denying you will feel that electricity pumping in your heart.

Make no mistake; the recording of Heart to Elk couldn’t be further from the bedroom style, lo-fi approach. The band meticulously crafted this record in their basement studio while enlisting the help of some of Portland’s most talented people. The list of spiritual and technical advisors on Heart to Elk includes John Askew (Tracker, Film Guerrero), Kendra Lynn (Jackpot! Studios), Jason Powers (Type Foundry), and Sam Schauer (Modernstate), among others. This talented community helped the band keep their focus towards modern classics like Yo La Tengo’s “ I Can Hear the Heart Beating as One” and The Joggers “Solid Guild” while creating something that sounds fresh and entirely exciting. Heart to Elk is a beautiful example of what happens when a talented group of musicians work together in a rock-solid community. Quite simply, it will engage you.

“Heart To Elk represents a significant musical progression, even for a group that has had its shit together pretty well to begin with.” – Casey Jarman (Willamette Week)