After a string of notable EPs over the last few years under the name SYML, Brian Fennell — best known for his work in the band Barcelona — has finally unveiled his debut self-titled full-length.
Multi-platinum artist and producer SYML has announced he will play a special benefit show in Los Angeles at No Vacancy on February 19th, where he played his first-ever live performance as SYML back in ...
As he accepts the presence of loss, he still welcomes others into his space with melody, lyrics, a slide guitar, or a cello’s hum. For the new record, his music remains cinematic and visceral, taking ...
Keyboardist Brian Fennell admits he lived a charmed Peter Pan existence with his last indie outfit Barcelona. For years after he graduated Whitworth University in Washington with a music education ...
Seattle artist Brian Fennell first found his way into our hearts with his band Barcelona, but he's pursued an even more introspective path with his solo project, SYML, the Welsh word for "simple." As ...
Two years ago, singer/songwriter Brian Fennell, who performs under the moniker SYML, became a father. Soon after, his daughter Josephine was diagnosed with a disorder that restricted the development ...
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Translating to 'simple' in Welsh, SYML is the moniker of Barcelona's founding member Brian Fennell. "Where's My Love" is a stylistic example of the band's name with its minimal yet textured sound.