LC Flowers, the solo act born from the diverse musical landscapes of Ciudad Juarez (Mexico) and El Paso, TX, has evolved through years of exploration, collaboration, and a deep connection to the Minneapolis arts scene. With a background as a drummer in various bands, LC Flowers transitioned into abstract electronic music under the moniker Adeus Senhor F. His journey led to the release of his debut album, LUA, blending drum n' bass and experimental indie rock. LC Flowers' upcoming release, "May Kindness be the Lens Through Which You View the Contents of Life," marks his third collaboration with Mint 400 Records, showcasing a sound that lies between psychedelic and electronic rock. LC Flowers draws inspiration from a diverse range of music, including sunshine pop of the '60s, UK Bass, breakcore, jazz, and ambient. His live performances involve a minimalist approach with a five-track looper, allowing him to isolate instruments live and add effects on the fly.
Do you want to introduce yourself?
Been in Minneapolis for over a decade now. I like it here. I get to take in the local comedy/music/art/running/brewery/food scene while making some beer/songs of my own to pass the time. January 2023 started with three shows in NJ/PA, followed by a week in The Netherlands. I don’t play live or travel internationally every year but I enjoyed both very much. I remember back in September of ‘22 calling Neil Sabatino (Fairmont) requesting he book me on the east coast to escape the reality of the death of a marriage. I booked the trip shortly after. I needed to escape. But absconding in perpetuity is often a fool’s errand. May Kindness be the Lens Through Which You View the Contents of Life (or MKbtLTWYVtCoL) was a year’s long exercise in catharsis, recorded at home near the hound.
How did the band form and what does the band name mean?
It’s a variation of my birth name. I’m a solo act.
Previous musical projects? How'd you first get into music?
I started playing drums at 13. First band was called “Pro-choice” - oof. After that I played in a metal pop band called FeelGoodPill, followed by a six to nine month stint with Cigarettes After Sex, and the last time I was part of a band was over a decade ago when I drummed for electro-funk Midnite Duel. I’ve also collaborated with friends throughout the years too - mostly IDM/electronic.
I got into music when I moved to the US as a kid. I loved Ace of Base and Boys II Men until I discovered rock. Music discovery is a never ending journey.
First concert that you ever went to?
I saw Pearl Jam in Albuquerque for the Yield tour. Spacehog was the opener. I can’t recall the first local act I saw but The Maximus and Belknap are El Paso royalty as far as I’m concerned.
What's your writing process like?
Recording order for this album was usually: guitar progression/structure, vocal melody, drums, bass, keys/synth, lyrics to fit vocal melody.
What other artists or songs inspire your music?
(YOUTUBE PLAYLIST By LC Flowers)
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYU1xbya9saESdI5vWzZ4kpHvcmenMWBe&si=Wb-2S0MkmMJp3NwE
I think the sunshine pop of the 60s is some of the best music ever written, but I also seek out a lot of electronic music like UK Bass and breakcore. There’s an influence of both throughout the songs I’ve recorded over the years. I default to a lot of Jazz and ambient most of the time though.
What's the live experience like and your philosophy on playing live? Do you think the music live should be identical to the recorded version or should it be its own thing?
I’ve been a one-man band for a while now. With a five-track looper I’m able to isolate instruments live and add effects on the fly. Someday I’m sure I’ll be able to perform live with a band but for the time being, a minimalist approach works.
As far as whether a live act should sound like their record, I think it’s all subjective. You can’t compare a Phish show to a Wu-Tang Clan performance.
Has the band toured?
Only once, for three shows. And it was glorious.
What's up next for the band?
An abstract electronic album, likely.
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