Title: Heartless Bastards – The Mountain
Year/Genre/Sub-Genre/City: 2009, Rock, Indie Rock, Cincinnati, Ohio
Matrix #: FP 1125-1
Condition: EX

Cultural Facts:

1. Band Drama: Built around Erika Wennerstrom as the constant; the band’s lineup shifted repeatedly as members cycled in and out.

2. Scene Ecology: Came up through Midwest DIY touring circuits, earning reach on the road more than from hometown industry infrastructure.

3. Media Narrative: Often framed by press as “retro” rock, a label the band resisted by keeping the focus on writing and control.