John Andrews & The Yawns

Led by American musician John Andrews, John Andrews & The Yawns is part of the East Coast indie scene in the United States, blending intimate folk rock, psychedelic pop and country influences. A pianist and multi‑instrumentalist who also plays with Woods and Quilt, Andrews has shaped The Yawns as a loose band format, with a pared‑down lineup supporting him in the studio and on stage. The debut album, “Bit By The Fang” (2015, Woodsist), establishes a world of slow songs, spare arrangements and an imagined soundtrack‑like atmosphere. “Bad Posture” (2017) continues that approach—between chamber pop, ’70s balladry and subtle jazz touches—while “Cookbook” (2021) emphasizes the group’s warm, melodic side, featuring muffled guitars, vintage keyboards and supple bass lines. John Andrews & The Yawns’ records evoke both rural folk and the gentle pop of the 1960s and ’70s, favoring moderate tempos, simple harmonies and a deliberately weathered production that unifies the discography.