Ivan & Alyosha August 15, 2012

There's a scene in Dostoevsky's 'The Brothers Karamazov' where the main characters Ivan and Alyosha discuss the existence of God. Ivan, in particular, questions the idea of God. Alyosha, on the other hand, is a monk, a believer, some may say a holy fool. Talk of faith and exalted things is rare in indie rock today. Enter Seattle band Ivan & Alyosha. Throughout their second release, the five-song 'Fathers Be Kind' EP, the members of this band chart their own course between divinity and disbelief. The name Ivan & Alyosha is apt for a band cutting its teeth. As Ivan in 'Brothers Karamazov' moves through the novel with doubts, Ivan & Alyosha navigate the indie rock world contemplating their path as a band. Tim says he writes songs about what's current in his life. He recently married and had a son. Songs like 'Living for Someone' and 'Fathers Be Kind' reflect Ivan & Alyosha grappling with the idea of being in a band and trying to fashion a career. Despite the uncertainty, Ivan & Alyosha's soulful folk tunes suggest a band inspired, hopeful and longing; a band unafraid to probe their collective faith and doubts.