Boy meets girl. Girl says she can sing. Boy invites girl to mom's basement for quick tryout with newly forming band. Girl sings, boy falls in love. The Whole Bolivian Army is born (Cue soundtrack...) Indie Rock, modern Rock, left-of-center Pop! Influences include U2, Kate Bush, Radiohead, and Throwing Muses. They have been compared to The Sundays, 10,000 Maniacs, Veruca Salt, Garbage and Souxie and the Banshees. None of the comparisons are quite on the mark. TWBA's sound is elastic and changes from album to album, from muscular Indie Rock to lovely Pop.
Q. What's in a name?
A. The Whole Bolivian Army owes its name to original bass player and co-founder Steve Miller. The name itself is a reference to the final scene in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, when the two American outlaws are surrounded by what seems like the entire armed forces of Bolivia.
Q. When did the band form?
A. 1993.
Q. Who is The Whole Bolivian Army?
A. TWBA is led by the wife-and-husband team of Mary Beth (vocals) and Matt Kite (guitar, songwriter). Their son, Gibson Kite, joined the band as its full-time drummer in 2018.
This charming indie pop song features super smooth female vocals, jangly guitars, and professional production. Reminiscent of early REM and The Bangles. Offbeat lyrics about crime-fighting partners are open to interpretation. Suitable for crime, romance, drama, and adventure. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
Soaring female vocals, chiming guitars, fretless bass, and professionally tracked drums are featured in this indie pop song reminiscent of The Sundays, 10,000 Maniacs, The Cranberries, and other female-fronted alternative bands of the '90s. Lyrics explore irreconcilable differences between a couple. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This quirky indie rock song features a fat groove, powerful female vocals, and whimsical lyrics. Sounds like “The Bends”-era Radiohead meets the B-52’s. Suitable for comedy, adventure, action, romance, road trips. Lyrics explore what it feels like to NOT fit in. Real drums. Professional production. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
Rowdy pop-punk with playful female vocals, snarling guitars, and thundering drums. Sounds like a cross between Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Joan Jett, with a dash of Veruca Salt thrown in for good measure. Lyrics aimed at people who peak in high school. Suitable for action, comedy, romance, party, dance. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Pop Punk
Industrial grind meets frightening thriller. This wicked yet spooky indie rocker with gutsy, emotive female vocals is perfect for intense chase scenes, confrontations, and other action-packed moments of the adventure, sci-fi, and horror genres. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Industrial Rock
Upbeat rocker with strong female vocals, muscular guitars, and a head-bobbing groove. Optimistic lyrics about waking up to a sunny new day. Suitable for action, drama, sports. Perfect for scene or commercial about starting over or starting fresh. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
This indie rock song checks all the boxes: soaring female vocals, chiming electric guitars (think REM), melodic fretless bass lines, and real drums recorded in a professional studio. Lyrics tell the story of a political dissident languishing in prison, betrayed by his countrymen and even his family. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Indie rock anthem features soaring female vocals, fretless bass, a dynamic arrangement, real drums recorded in a professional studio, and powerful guitars that range from acoustic to distorted. Lyrics explore love, forgiveness, and a belief in our better angels. The Sundays meets Alanis Morissette. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Short but sweet, this indie rock gem features lovely female vocals, haunting lyrics, and a teasing crescendo that ends almost as soon as it begins. Romantic atmosphere and professional production reminiscent of The Sundays and The Cardigans, but the mischievous melody recalls Throwing Muses. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
An ode to Pete Townshend, this lush indie rock song begins softly, with The Edge-like echo guitar. Segues to a quirky, gritty middle section. Then closes out triumphantly. Winsome female vocals span a wide lyrical terrain, from anger to alcoholism, before giving way to a refrain sung in Latin. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This upbeat indie rocker features passionate female vocals, raw energy, and professional production. Guitar riff recalls Led Zeppelin's "Misty Mountain Hop." Lyrics, though open to interpretation, hint at a woman dying of cancer. Suitable for action, adventure, drama, medical. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Lush, experimental indie pop with smooth-as-pudding female vocals, a rolling groove, and The Edge-like guitars. Bells, synthesized strings, even a breathing track round out this sophisticated piece reminiscent of U2, Kate Bush, Suzanne Vega. Cryptic lyrics hint at the Iraq War and Hurricane Katrina. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This lush indie pop gem features driving acoustic guitars, haunting Ebow through a rotating Leslie speaker, and emotive female vocals reminiscent of Ani DiFranco and Alanis Morissette. Punchy drums and jangly percussion provide an uplifting backbeat. A song about faith and love. Triumph. Resolution. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This playful alternative pop ditty features smooth female vocals, professional production, and tasteful instrumentation, including piano, fretless bass, and real drums. Reminiscent of the Sundays, with a chorus that evokes Karen Carpenter’s lower range. Suitable for romance, drama, breakups. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
Uplifting alternative rock featuring soaring female vocals, bombastic real drums, heavy guitars, and a churning bass groove. While the tempo eventually progresses from half-time to full-time, the arrangement alternates between heavy verses and soft, melodic sections. Lyrics about never giving up. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Written for the post-9/11 world, this indie rock anthem features soaring female vocals, driving guitars, and real drums recorded in a professional studio. The lyrics call on everyone to set aside political and religious differences in order to make the world a safer place for dreams, joy, and love. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This brooding indie rock song features passionate-yet-vulnerable female vocals, a dynamic arrangement, and lush production. Reminiscent of Aimee Mann, the Sundays, 10,000 Maniacs. Murky lyrics open to multiple interpretations. Suitable for action, drama, romance, relationships. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This dreamy-yet-driving indie pop song features bewitching female vocals and layers of delicious instrumentation. Sounds like Suzanne Vega, Sarah McLachlan, and The Cardigans. Lyrics about falling deeply in love. Perfect for romance, love scenes, and intimate encounters. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Sultry female vocals, haunting synth textures, and a chill shuffle-groove propel this indie love song, which blends elements of dream pop, synth wave, and emo production. Arrangement builds toward a satisfying climax, transporting the listener to an enchanted world bathed in reverb and romance. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Dream Pop
Rowdy indie rocker featuring alternatively wicked and sweet female vocals, upbeat and fuzzed out guitars, and a driving rhythm section. Bittersweet lyrics search for a silver lining in our downfall. Suitable for high-energy workouts, chase scenes, action, confrontations, apocalypse, assorted mayhem. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
A gorgeous, haunting indie pop song with soulful female vocals, gritty guitar, powerful drums and cello, and a memorable piano hook. This slow burning mood piece oozes beauty and intensity. Perfect for gut checks, emotional climaxes, and sober epiphanies. A song about tapping inner strength. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Melodic guitar-driven indie rock with tender female vocals. Perfect for wide-screen vistas, driving scenes, and suddenly dawning epiphanies. Starts small, goes big. A song about family - Mother, sister, son - and how, even when we're surrounded by love, we often feel alone. A bittersweet montage. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Happy song. Sad lyrics. This upbeat indie pop song features melodic female vocals, jangly guitars, and nimble fretless bass. Lyrics explore what it feels like to lose a loved one and be left behind. Joyful mood gives way to an edgier bridge section. Reminiscent of early REM, the Smiths, the Sundays. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Like an alternative rock time capsule from the '90s, this indie rocker channels the searing vocals of Alanis Morissette and the fuzz guitars of Smashing Pumpkins and the Offspring. Bonus: acoustic guitars, fretless bass, and real drums recorded in a pro studio. Lyrics explore the trap of alcoholism. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This lush indie pop/rock song flirts with emo and art rock, with soaring female vocals, echo-laden guitars, sparse instrumentation, and dark undercurrents. Reverb guitars give way to a lonely vocal melody, followed by a driving chorus. Lyrics explore suicide and grief but are open to interpretation. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Infectious indie pop featuring an up-tempo groove, memorable hooks, The Edge-like guitar, and winsome female vocals. Sounds like U2, Garbage, and Sarah McLachlan. Relationship-themed lyrics include a refrain about finally being free. Suitable for breakups, drama. The heroine strikes out on her own. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Gorgeous dual female vocals + tasty instrumentation = epic indie rock. A playful intro builds steadily toward a powerful, full-throated outro. Lyrics explore life in a slaughterhouse from the cow’s perspective but are open to interpretation. Drama, documentary, animal rights. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Quirky, provocative indie rock with dynamic female vocals, chiming bells, and a galloping, muscular beat. Sounds like Garbage, Bjork, Kate Bush, and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Opaque lyrics hint at 9/11 but are open to broad interpretation. Suitable for action, drama, and relationships gone sour. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Radiohead meets the Cardigans in this moody indie rock song that mixes groove and grit, all powered by lovely female vocals. Guitars alternate between chiming tones and distorted bombast. Fretless bass and raw drums recorded in a pro studio provide the rhythm. Lyrics explore the coming of autumn. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
Soaring indie rock with plaintive female vocals, huge drums, dynamic guitars, and fretless bass. Cathartic, defiant - a soundtrack of hope. Glimmers in victory or defeat. Lyrically about war, but with a hopeful chorus applicable to relationships, personal struggles, and any transcendent moment. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This indie pop ballad features gorgeous female vocals, delicate instrumentation, and professional production. Reminiscent of the Sundays. Lyrics explore the freedom that comes with finally ending an unhappy relationship. Romance. Breakup. Drama. Goodbye. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Jangle Pop
This moody ballad features sensual female vocals, finger-picked acoustic guitar, and trippy electric guitar layered in spooky effects. Murky lyrics explore a road trip, a desolate landscape, a relationship. Reminiscent of Mazzy Star, Cocteau Twins. Suitable for romance, seduction, drama, thriller. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
"War" era U2 meets Alanis Morissette in this indie rock song about alienation, heartbreak, and redemption. Opening softly with a lonesome electric guitar running through a phaser, the quiet intro gives way to big up-tempo drums, full-throated female vocals, fretless bass, and echo-laden guitars. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Upbeat, driving indie rock song with a memorable guitar hook and powerful, melodic female vocals. The heroine in this song quits her job and sets out to visit a place she's never been. Dedicated to anyone ready to make a big change in their life. Kairos: "a propitious moment for decision or action." Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This epic indie rock ballad features passionate female vocals, The Edge-like guitars, and old-school instruments (Hammond B-3, rotating Leslie speaker). Delicate one moment, powerful the next, vocals are reminiscent of Tori Amos, Annie Lennox, and Ann Wilson. A song about keeping on, no matter what. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Catchy, gritty indie rock with tough female vocals, raunchy guitars. Reminiscent of the Breeders, Veruca Salt, Joan Jett. Suitable for action, conflict, war stories. Also useful for documentaries, footage involving protests or demonstrations. Commemorates South Korea's May 17, 1980 Kwangju Massacre. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Heavy, hypnotic indie rock with dynamic female vocals, grinding guitars. Reminiscent of Veruca Salt, AC/DC, with a breakdown featuring Sound Garden-like distorted guitar through a rotating Leslie speaker. Grim lyrics about life as an amputee. Perfect for scene or documentary about war, land mines. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This hypnotic indie rocker expertly mixes elements from indie pop, shoegaze, and alternative. A relentless groove provides the backdrop for tag-team male-and-female vocals as the arrangement shifts between gritty and atmospheric melodies. Lyrics explore the existential angst of modern life. Mixed Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Inspired by the first responders and medical personnel who stepped up during the COVID-19 pandemic, this uplifting indie pop song features sweet female vocals, an infectious melody, and a happy groove with real drums. A tribute to heroes everywhere, the lyrics remind us that we're not alone. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
A cheeky, infectious song about love, outer space, and the elusive G-spot, this indie rock gem features charming female vocals, melodic fretless bass, bold guitar, and lively drums. Reminiscent of REM, the Cardigans, Radiohead, the Sundays. Suitable for parties, romance, and comedy. Quirky pop fun. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Synth wave and emo elements combine in this romantic indie pop song, which features super smooth and emotive female vocals, a memorable guitar hook, and a sexy groove. Real drums recorded in a professional recording studio. Lyrics tell the story of a passionate woman who feels everything intensely. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Smoldering female vocals and rowdy guitars power this infectious indie rock song that veers toward garage rock and pop-punk. DIY production amplifies the song's sassy attitude. Lyrics tell the story of a young boy who breaks everything he touches. Ideal for musical montage. Metric meets Green Day. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Big, rowdy guitars, pounding drums, and a galloping bass line ignite this indie rock anthem, a tribute to girl power. Righteous female vocals take no prisoners. Perfect for that emotionally charged moment when the leading woman fights back, kicks butt, or claims the right to her own destiny. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This moody synthwave epic merges dark synthesizers and sultry female vocals with overdriven drum loops, experimental noises, and an evocative soundscape. Suitable for intrigue, cardio, or anything sexy. Blade Runner meets Stranger Things. Lyrics about a woman with the courage to take back the night. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indietronica
Dueling guitar lines, super-smooth female vocals, and powerful drums drive this indie rocker about a mother who is unwilling to give up her son to the war effort. Reminiscent of Silversun Pickups, Smashing Pumpkins. Suitable for action, combat, war, drama, sports. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
Long live rock and roll! This quintessential power pop anthem features sexy guitar riffs, huge-sounding drums, and soaring female vocals. An engaging melody, tight arrangement, and '70s-flavored bridge are packed into three minutes of pure fun and energy. Perfect for action, sports, and cardio. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Power Pop
Indie rock anthem featuring soaring female vocals, echo-drenched guitars, driving bass, and real drums. Lyrics deliver a pro-environment message about Mother Earth but are open to interpretation. Perfect for powerful moments, upbeat victories, and anyone with a determined spirit. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
Winsome female vocals, chiming guitars, and a sweet melody propel this upbeat indie rock song. Lyrics explore mortality and ceremony but are open to interpretation. Reminiscent of the Cranberries, the Sundays, and other female-fronted '90s alt-rock bands. Recorded in a pro studio with real drums. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
Driving indie rock song featuring powerful female vocals, gritty guitars, and plenty of swagger. Reminiscent of AC/DC, Tracy Bonham, and the Foo Fighters. Lyrics explore the American occupation of Okinawa from the eyes of a woman raped by a soldier. Suitable for action, conflict, war, documentary. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
This irreverent indie rocker combines pop and punk while featuring strong female vocals and riff-heavy guitars. Ornery lyrics poke fun at “Little House on the Prairie” and “Party of Five,” two TV melodramas from yesteryear. Suitable for dark comedy, action, and quirky scenes of all kinds. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Alt Rock
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