To understand the kinetic, unpretentious spirit of 1990s California indie power pop, look no further than Jem & Scout. Formed in 1996 in the vibrant DIY scene of Davis before becoming a staple of the Sacramento community, the trio is built on profound, enduring friendship. Featuring Michelle Lewis (guitars/vocals), Brian Croom (bass/vocals), and Brent Gee (drums), the band taps directly into the vein of quintessential ’90s rock. Armed with jangly guitars, a relentlessly driving rhythm section, and a mastery of the classic quiet/loud dynamic, they draw heavy inspiration from The Breeders and Pixies. After a hiatus in the early 2000s, the trio reconnected in 2010, proving their undeniable chemistry and love for perfectly crafted three-minute pop songs are truly timeless.

SwankyTone Music proudly unveils "There By Spring," an unearthed 1997 single from Northern California indie-rock trio Jem & Scout. Captured live in a Sacramento warehouse and previously circulated only on hand-dubbed cassettes, this digital debut kicks off a massive archival project. Delivering urgent, jangly power-pop and the band's signature quiet/loud dynamic, the track paves the way for a future full-length release, proving that perfectly crafted three-minute pop songs never grow old.