The Lassie Foundation, emerging in 1996, carved a niche for themselves by fusing the mellow vibes of 1960s and early 1970s West Coast pop with the robust aura of British shoegaze. Their debut EP, California, paved the way for their first album, Pacifico. This album caught the British eye after a feature in the esteemed New Musical Express magazine. Subsequent releases, including the El Rey EP and various singles, found their way into popular TV shows, bolstering their fanbase not just in their homeland but also down under in Australia.
A significant shift in their musical narrative was evident in 2001 with the split soundtrack for the indie movie, I Duel Sioux and the Ale of Saturn, and their sophomore album, The El Dorado LP. This transition to a more polished pop sound symbolized the curtain fall on their initial journey. A hiatus was interrupted by a reunion that bore the album Face Your Fun, a rich tapestry inspired by an eclectic mix of artists - from Echo & the Bunnymen and The Jam to U2, A Flock of Seagulls, and The Jesus and Mary Chain.
2006 saw The Lassie Foundation bid adieu once more, only to surprise fans with a brand-new album in 2008. Amidst these musical adventures, guitarist Jeff Schroeder donned another hat, joining The Smashing Pumpkins in 2007, albeit still weaving magic for The Lassie Foundation's album. Tracing back to the roots, it's notable that core members Wayne Everett and Campuzano were alumni of The Prayer Chain and Starflyer 59, further enriching the band's legacy.
https://lassiefoundation.bandcamp.com/album/el-dorado-remastered
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mRd7V-VaPZgYCetbT8KYX_lRhu8ICONZY
