Formed in early 2008, Short in the Sleeve are carving a niche in the Memphis scene with their unique brand of engaging, literate folk-pop. The four-piece is comprised of singer/guitarist Jason Middlekauff, lead guitarist/keyboardist Chris Mirante, bassist Kyle Reed, and drummer Jeremy Anderson. Having played local venues for over a year, the band recorded their debut EP, Field Day, at Young Avenue Sound in late February.  The four-song collection ranges from shimmering folk-pop to spare Americana, matching tales of self-destruction, love, bitterness, and faith with smart, melodic songcraft.

Website URL:
www.reverbnation.com/shortinthesleeve

I would like to meet:
Folks who like good music, like a good conversation, like a good book, and like a good drink

Favorite bands and musicians:
Josh Ritter, BNL, Wilco, Okkervil River, The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, Jackson Browne, Guster, Old 97's, Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin, Billy Joel, Bob Dylan

Favorite movies:
The Shawshank Redemption, Barton Fink, Memento, Magnolia, Vertigo, The Natural, Casablanca, On the Waterfront, What's Eating Gilbert Grape, About Schmidt

Favorite TV shows:
Ed, Lost, Northern Exposure, Burn Notice, Psych,