Joan of Arc Members, Gear & Sound
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About
Joan of Arc is a boundary-pushing indie rock band originating from Chicago, formed in the wake of the emocore outfit Cap'n Jazz's dissolution in 1995. The group is primarily the brainchild of Tim Kinsella (vocals, guitar), the only consistent member throughout their evolving lineup. Known for their eclectic blend of emo, post-hardcore, and experimental indie rock, the band explored a wide sonic palette, incorporating elements from math rock to post-rock. Over the years, the lineup featured notable musicians like Mike Kinsella (drums), Sam Zurick (bass), Jeremy Boyle (keyboards, guitar), and Erik Bocek (guitar), each contributing to the band's ever-changing soundscapes and artistic direction.
How to Sound Like Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc's sound is characterized by its experimental and atmospheric nature, often diverging from traditional song structures to incorporate ambient textures, noise elements, and layered instrumentals. The band achieves its complex sound through a mix of analog and digital means, utilizing gear like the Keeley Caverns V2 for lush delay effects and the Keeley Oxblood Overdrive V2 for dynamic overdrive tones. Guitars such as the Fender Telecaster and Gibson Hummingbird are staples in their setup, providing both the clean, articulate tones and the warm, resonant sounds that underpin their music. Their compositions often feature intricate guitar work and unconventional rhythms, creating a sound that is simultaneously intimate and expansive, challenging listeners to engage with their music on multiple levels.
Discography
A Portable Model Of
1997
How Memory Works
1998
Live In Chicago, 1999
1999
The Gap
2000
How Can Anything So Little Be Any More?
2001
So Much Staying Alive And Lovelessness
2003
Joan of Arc, Dick Cheney, Mark Twain...
2004
The Intelligent Design of Joan of Arc
2006
Boo Human
2008
Flowers
2009
"in Rape Fantasy and Terror Sex We Trust"
2010
Oh Brother
2011
The Joan of Arc Lightbox Orchestra Conducted by Fred Lonberg-Holm
2011
Life Like
2011
Joan of Arc
2012
Testimonium Songs
2013
JOA99
2015
He's Got the Whole This Land Is Your Land in His Hands
2017
1984
2018
Tim Melina Theo Bobby
2020
Get the Joan of Arc Sound
Want to sound like Joan of Arc? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.
