Quarters of Change

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Quarters of Change
OriginNew York City, New York, U.S.
Genres
Years active2017–present
Labels
Members
  • Ben Roter
  • Jasper Harris
  • Ben Acker
  • Attila Anrather
Websitequartersofchange.com

Quarters of Change is an American rock band from New York City, New York, that was founded in 2017.[1][2] The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Ben Roter, guitarist Jasper Harris, guitarist Ben Acker, and drummer Attila Anrather.[3][4] The band is currently signed to 300 Entertainment and Elektra Records.[5][4][6][7]

Since their formation, Quarters of Change has released two studio albums: Into the Rift (2022) and Portraits (2024).[8][9][10][11]

Musical style[edit]

Quarters of Change's musical style has been described as indie rock, pop rock, alternative rock.[12][13][14][15][16] The band cites influences such as The Strokes, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rage Against The Machine, MGMT, Tom Petty, and Daft Punk.[10][17][18]

Band members[edit]

Current members[edit]

  • Ben Roter – lead vocals, rhythm guitar (2017–present)
  • Jasper Harris – lead guitar, bass, synthesizer (2017–present)
  • Ben Acker – rhythm guitar, bass, synthesizer (2019–present)
  • Attila Anrather – drums (2017–present)

Touring musicians[edit]

  • Mark Pogg – bass (2023–present)

Discography[edit]

Albums[edit]

  • Into The Rift (2022)
  • Portraits (2024)

Extended plays[edit]

  • Hey (2020)
  • New Hour (2021)

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Bio". Quarters of Change. Archived from the original on 2023-10-04. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  2. ^ "INTERVIEW & REVIEW: QUARTERS OF CHANGE | WTBU Radio". sites.bu.edu. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  3. ^ "Quarters of Change". bighassle.com. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  4. ^ a b Rowley, Stevie (2021-12-09). "Who Are Quarters of Change? Getting to Know New York's New Alt-Rock Group". The New School Free Press. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  5. ^ "Quarters of Change / Lurid Purple Flowers | Berklee". www.berklee.edu. 2022-04-15. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  6. ^ "Elektra Entertainment Press | Quarters of Change". Elektra Entertainment Press. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  7. ^ "Quarters Of Change Finds Acceptance With "Heaven Bound"". Wildfire Music + News. 2023-10-30. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  8. ^ Hill, Anna. "Rising indie rock band Quarters of Change electrifies and excites with second album". The Crimson White. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  9. ^ "Q&A: Quarters of Change Makes Their Festival Debut Ahead of Upcoming Album 'Portraits"". THE LUNA COLLECTIVE. 2023-10-23. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  10. ^ a b Growney, Tess (February 15, 2024). "Quarters of Change Search for Light". SPIN.
  11. ^ Bowenbank, Jason Lipshutz,Crystal B. Shepeard,Lyndsey Havens,Starr; Lipshutz, Jason; Shepeard, Crystal B.; Havens, Lyndsey; Bowenbank, Starr (2022-08-01). "10 Cool New Pop Songs to Get You Through The Week: Benson Boone, Hailee Steinfeld, Charli XCX & More". Billboard. Retrieved 2024-05-08.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  12. ^ "Quarters of Change defies the sophomore slump with 'Portraits'". The Diamondback. 2024-01-30. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  13. ^ "IMT 20: Quarters Of Change Bring The Energy With 'Portraits'". UPROXX. 2024-02-01. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  14. ^ Junior, Chris M. (2023-12-11). "NYC's Quarters of Change impress at hometown gig". Goldmine Magazine: Record Collector & Music Memorabilia. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  15. ^ Battulga, Sandy; Diorio, Julia (2023-03-06). "Rock band Quarters of Change on its ever-evolving sound". Washington Square News. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  16. ^ Gonda, Christopher (2022-11-29). "Quarters of Change Announce 2023 North American Headlining "Deluxe Tour"". V13.net. Retrieved 2024-05-07.
  17. ^ "Quarters of Change". SXSW 2024 Schedule. Retrieved 2024-05-08.
  18. ^ "UNNAMED PRESENTS: QUARTERS OF CHANGE". UNNAMED. 2021-04-29. Retrieved 2024-05-08.