“Without a doubt, [louder oceans] is taking names and making waves” -Veronica bisesti, Portland radio Project

Brandon Ficquette and Reed Schackmann came together in early 2015 to begin writing music as an acoustic duo. As their music began to develop, it became clear that Ficquette's ability to generate catchy riffs and intricate solos mixed with Schackmann's diverse vocal range and songwriting abilities created a powerful dynamic. For the next two years, Ficquette and Schackmann spent their time honing their sound and experimenting with different iterations of cast members that would eventually be known as Louder Oceans. In 2017, the duo were finally joined by powerhouse duo Alejandro Quiroz and recent Portland, OR transplant Tom Andes to complete the quartet. Together Andes and Quiroz provide the deep pocket and hard grooves that are the canvas that is layered with ambient guitar grooves and soaring vocals to create the eclectic and diverse sound of Louder Oceans.
In 2018, Louder Oceans offered their debut release "Megaphone Tsunami". Right out of the gate, Megaphone Tsunami received raving reviews from friends, family, radio and publications alike. The success of the album was summarized candidly by Veronica Bisesti of the Portland Radio Project, "Without a doubt [Louder Oceans] Is taking names and making waves!". Within the first week of the albums release, their song 'Staxx' gained international exposure by landing on radio programs that aired in countries across the world including the UK, Spain, Australia and New Zealand. Louder Ocean's sound has been described as "eclectic rock" and a fusion of 70's psychedelic and 90's alt rock. With their unique sound and intricate yet accessible song writing, Louder Oceans continues to garner attention both locally and internationally.