There’s really nothing quite like it. To be pedaling, sweating, agonizing, with legs throbbing and chest burning as the wheels on your bike go round-and-round. For those of us who are three season bikers in Des Moines it’s the time of year when we check our tires, knock on our helmets, and brave the elements. [...]

Good news! Scott Gratton, my talented producer and brother is in the beginning stages of producing “Telltale,”  the upcoming album from Finn Miles. When I spoke to him on the phone he said “you want it to sound like Mutemath and Radiohead’s Kid A in a blender with Grizzly Bear, right?” Hmm… In other news, [...]

Fun times as always at Mars Cafe! Opening for us was the always surprising Redforehead, playing original songs and a little bit o’ Flaming Lips. Following, Finn Miles played a hot set on a cold and blustery Friday Feb. 13th night, enjoying the painting of Jon Pearson as well as the crafty Valentines that we’re [...]

Last night Finn Miles enjoyed the great honor of participating in Scented Vinyl, the fabulous live interview and acoustic showcase held at the Mars Cafe. We started the night at the Sonic Factory, recording “Face the Facts” and “Catch You if I Can” in one-shot live takes. After the quick recording session we took to [...]

Bring a loved one out for a Finn Miles show this week. We’re playing an acoustic bit Monday night at Scented Vinyl…a very chill affair indeed! Come out for a drink special as we play some of our favorite vinyl records. Friday the 13th of love @ Mars Cafe…consider it your pre-Valentine’s warmup. We’ll have [...]