Battles is a Brooklyn-based band comprised of drummer John Stanier (of Helmet and Tomahawk), guitarist/keyboardist Ian Williams (of Don Caballero and Storm & Stress), and guitarist David Konopka (of Lynx). All members bring their honed-in musical skills of past glory to the project, which was signed to 'Warp Records for its 2006 album 'EP C/B EP'.
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With the departure of Tyondai Braxton, Battles see an accomplished change of direction. 'Ice Cream' feat. Matias Aguayo marks an upbeat, gleeful and less rigid style, with psychedelic and industrial edges added to minimalist math-rock roots. Fresh!