Drawing inspiration from bands like Pedro the Lion and Death Cab for Cutie, Petal is the brainchild of Scranton, Pennsylvania-based singer/songwriter Kiley Lotz. Delivering a compelling blend of deeply personal lyrics -- which often stem from her struggles with anxiety and depression -- and melancholic and soulful indie rock, Lotz's keen ear for melody and knack for crafting songs that skillfully toe the line between wounded and defiant was in full force on her 2015 debut, Shame.
Formed in 2012, Lotz utilizes a rotating lineup that often includes members of Tigers Jaw, Three...