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The City On Film had it?s humble beginnings in 1998 as the solo acoustic project for Robert Nanna during an extended break from tours. A smoother and sincerely softer version of his previous work as the lead singer / guitarist of bands such as Braid and Hey Mercedes, Nanna continued his effots, even going so far as to record a six song ep in a hotel room in Salt Lake City while on the road. With the final Hey Mercedes show in early 2005, Nanna completed The City On Film?s first full-length, full band recording entitled ?In Formal Introduction?. Showcasing the ever personal yet relatable songwriting skills fans have grown to love, he?s layered his unmistakable vocal strength and witty wordplay with a new set of instrumentation. Drawing comparisons from the likes of Elliot Smith and Bright Eyes to Jawbox and the Killers, The City On Film?s freshman release solidifies a promising legacy to Nanna, already an indie staple. ?In Formal Introduction is a solid debut that manages to showcase the delicately narrative talents of Bob Nanna, as well as an intricately adept musical construction ? with the help of some friends, of course.? - Punk News