There's the twinkling harmonies of Brian Wilson and The Beatles, and the gentle touch of Elliott Smith.

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Formerly backing Elliott Smith, then Stephen Malkmus and The Jicks, Moen currently serves as drummer for Portland, Oregon's The Decemberists.

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In concert, the full band can roar like Sonic Youth, whisper like Elliott Smith and work the crowd like Lil Wayne.

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