China Davis is a band that is firmly rooted in the foundation of Americana and singer/songwriter tropes with the ability to take in a larger conversation of rock and alternative elements. Along with singer and principal songwriter Ben Fuller, China Davis features the guitar work of Fuller's younger brother Ted Fuller and long time friend and bassist Eric Balcom. Drummer Andy Stockton, also of Clearly Beloved, rounds out the group on drums. Now, with their latest album, Arctic Days, the band is set to build on a foundation of good songs and seasoned workmanship.

China Davis has not been an easy road for Fuller.

Read Timothy Grisham's full feature on China Davis in the Music & Culture section.

CHINA DAVIS ARCTIC DAYS CD RELEASE PARTY, 9 p.m., Friday, Sept. 5, first 150 people receive free promo CD, The Swiss Restaurant & Pub, 18901 S. Jefferson, Tacoma, 253.572.2821