In a heartwarming display of camaraderie between two of the most exciting names in modern guitar music, Rick Mitarotonda, frontman for Connecticut-based indie jam band Goose, has sung the praises of Brooklyn's Brit Award-winning sensation Geese. With their own recent album 'Big Modern!' making waves on June 12th, Goose have been glued to their screens as they watch Geese rack up accolade after accolade.
Mitarotonda confessed that he and his bandmates first took notice of Geese a few years ago when they made a splash with a late-night TV appearance. However, it's fair to say that the Brooklyn outfit's profile has since gone stratospheric – 'obviously massive' in Mitarotonda's words. He even went so far as to express his admiration for Geese's frontman Cameron Winter, hailing him as "a really intelligent and interesting and creative guy with a truly unique voice".
Geese's ascension into the stratosphere of UK music was cemented last year when they took home the coveted Best International Group Brit Award. In their gracious acceptance speech, they paid tribute to the late bassist Mani – a gesture that will surely resonate deeply with British music fans still mourning his loss. Their 2025 album 'Getting Killed' was met with widespread critical acclaim, with NME describing it as an "absurd, poetic explosion of jazz, rock and noise" that drew inspiration from Radiohead, The Strokes and even the eclectic sounds of Ukrainian choirs.
The momentum shows no signs of slowing for this innovative Brooklyn outfit. Their highly anticipated appearance at the End Of The Road festival in 2026 has been announced, where they'll join a veritable who's who of UK music legends – including Pulp, CMAT and Super Furry Animals – alongside the enigmatic Mac DeMarco. This major booking is just the latest indicator that Geese are well on their way to becoming one of the UK's most beloved live acts.
But what really has fans salivating is the news that Geese have recently debuted a brand new track, 'Apollo', at a show in March – and speculation abounds about its potential foray into psych-rock territory. Could this be a result of their recent studio sessions in Australia, where they're said to have collaborated with some of the biggest names from Tame Impala, Pond and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard? The possibilities are endless, and it's clear that Geese are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in modern guitar music.
As the mutual admiration between Goose and Geese continues to grow, one thing is crystal clear – these two bands are spearheading a vibrant new era in contemporary guitar music. With their respective successes at the Brits and on the festival circuit, it's no wonder that UK audiences are falling head over heels for Geese's unique sound and infectious energy.