LIGHT AND RAIN • Avalance Dream • LP

Gunner Records

Behind the mysterious name Light & Rain is not an English-speaking band, as one might initially assume. Even on first listen, it’s hard to tell whether the singer or the band comes from an international background. But no—Light & Rain is, in fact, the project of a teacher from Hesse. Surprising? Absolutely. His name is Jan-Eric Schlachter. Over the past few years, Jan-Eric has worked tirelessly on his own. With hat and guitar as his loyal companions, he has shared stages across the country at well over 100 shows with bands such as Mercy Union and The Ducking Punches. Since May 2020, he has released two studio live sessions and seven singles, further sharpening his musical profile. Early on, he won the hearts of a dedicated fanbase, as evidenced by more than 70,000 Spotify streams, over 2,000 monthly listeners, and various enthusiastic media features. That may not sound like much to some, but it is the result of ambition, hard work, and determination.

His lyrics are partly deeply personal, partly drawn from his own experiences and encounters. They deal with mental health, coping with grief and loss, growing up, and the general challenges of life.