Phantom Limb

Phantom Limb formed in Seattle around 2008, led by Josh Carter and Andy Cabic from Vetiver. They started with a shared interest in folk and experimental music, working to blend their different approaches. Their first album came out in 2009, followed by three more over the next several years.

Their third album, 2014's "The Pines," gave the band its most recognizable song. The title track is a quiet ballad that became their signature piece. Earlier, some listeners questioned their use of Native American musical elements, which the band addressed by explaining their appreciation for those traditions.

Josh Carter handles most of the vocals and guitar work, while Andy Cabic adds bass, cello, and banjo. They've worked with other artists like Sharon Van Etten and Bonnie "Prince" Billy at different points. Their sound tends toward the atmospheric and introspective, with lyrics that often touch on relationships and memory.