THE SKINNY: Owen has released a new EP packed with renovated versions of many of his classics
MYSPACE: myspace.com/mybandowen
PURCHASE: Polyvinyl Records
Solo artist Mike Kinsella (more commonly known as Owen) has recently released a new EP entitled The Seaside EP. Although most of the songs on this seven-track EP may seem very familiar to avid fans, several of them seem to either be live or re-recorded versions (my favorite of which is embedded below). Mike has also been posting entirely new tracks up on his myspace page from time to time, so definitely keep an eye out for that if you happen to be a fan. Personally, I'm keeping my fingers crossed that all of this new music means another tour or two is on the way. Perhaps even a live PFW feature the next time he comes to New York City?
"In The Morning, Before Work (Live)" off of The Seaside EP:
| http://myspace.com/myepic | ||
| The Skinny | My Epic is an indie band based in North Carolina. They sport a lot of ambient, reverberated guitar work that all melt down to catchy choruses made up of very organic singing and yelling. This mash up evades poppiness and is really, really cool. | |
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| For Fans Of | Circa Survive | |
My Epic describes its sound as tender, raw, and full of emotion and that sounds about right - music's kind of like a math equation, what you add to one side, results on the adjacent. Well, all the side effects of emotion, like "lameness" (for lack of a better word) are avoided to great length. The raw power they supply, which might have you guess they have a hardcore, gritty thing going on, is nothing more complex than three animated guys leaving it all out on the stage.
The band makes a good effort in exploiting vocalist Aaron Stone's creepy, high-pitched voice to great advantage. For me, the band's energy and power come from the chilling sounds his voice provides combined with his very real guitar work. These elements are surrounded by some pretty staple drum and bass work, that I'm particularly a fan of - your opinion might vary with taste, though - it's very reminiscent of Circa Survive in all departments.
As is evidence on the video below, the guys are all energy - if that's what you like, then this is for you: Power, high-pitched vocals, intricate and ambient guitar work, and tons of nuance to keep you coming back. I've really torn up their myspace this week, and I encourage you to follow suit.
"Lest We Die" off of I Am Undone
The band makes a good effort in exploiting vocalist Aaron Stone's creepy, high-pitched voice to great advantage. For me, the band's energy and power come from the chilling sounds his voice provides combined with his very real guitar work. These elements are surrounded by some pretty staple drum and bass work, that I'm particularly a fan of - your opinion might vary with taste, though - it's very reminiscent of Circa Survive in all departments.
As is evidence on the video below, the guys are all energy - if that's what you like, then this is for you: Power, high-pitched vocals, intricate and ambient guitar work, and tons of nuance to keep you coming back. I've really torn up their myspace this week, and I encourage you to follow suit.
"Lest We Die" off of I Am Undone
THE SKINNY: Elaine Greer is an indie folk artist who also has a bit of a twangy, country vibe. She submitted her press kit via our Submit a Band page - we do our best to listen to everything we get there, so don't be a stranger.
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/elainegreermusic
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/ElaineGreer
PURCHASE: Amazon MP3, iTunes
Elaine Greer is a folk singer/songwriter from Texas. After numerous attempts at starting a band, Greer resorted to the solo act gig for the past few years - Greer plays frequently, however, with a backup band. After years of home recording, she decided to record her first studio EP last year. The EP entitled Making Plans and Going Places is six tracks long. Elaine received some help on her EP, accompanying vocals, horns, and a string section. Greer plays simple folk/pop songs that fans of Rilo Kiley (the old stuff) might respond to.
If you are in the area, check out Elaine Greer this summer:
July 18th 8 P.M. Music Town in San Antonio, Texas
July 25th 8 P.M. The Mink in Houston, Texas
July 29th 8 P.M. Hole in the Wall in Austin, Texas
August 9th 12 P.M. Free Press Summer Fest in Houston, Texas
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/elainegreermusic
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/ElaineGreer
PURCHASE: Amazon MP3, iTunes
Elaine Greer is a folk singer/songwriter from Texas. After numerous attempts at starting a band, Greer resorted to the solo act gig for the past few years - Greer plays frequently, however, with a backup band. After years of home recording, she decided to record her first studio EP last year. The EP entitled Making Plans and Going Places is six tracks long. Elaine received some help on her EP, accompanying vocals, horns, and a string section. Greer plays simple folk/pop songs that fans of Rilo Kiley (the old stuff) might respond to.
If you are in the area, check out Elaine Greer this summer:
July 18th 8 P.M. Music Town in San Antonio, Texas
July 25th 8 P.M. The Mink in Houston, Texas
July 29th 8 P.M. Hole in the Wall in Austin, Texas
August 9th 12 P.M. Free Press Summer Fest in Houston, Texas
THE SKINNY: Cream Bones a legitimate EP release, but this taste test is just enough to give your mouth that A Lull tang that's been sitting in my gums for the past few weeks.
WEBSITE: http://alull.com/
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/alullmusic
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/alull
PURCHASE: Online Store, iTunes
As mentioned in an earlier post, A Lull offers up a freebie of their single, "Skinny Fingers" to every and anyone. I'm no opponent of free music (especially something from a respected label like Lujo) so I gave it a whirl. You can snag it here.
Vocally, the main trio have that bored, dazed sound. They maintain great pitch and sport some really pretty melodies, but never sound excited in the process. It's a cool effect and offers a pretty relaxing listening sesh.
The singing is definitely the main-stage here, but you'll find lots of folky, overly orchestrated music backing up the vox. They give you that illusion like the band is comprised of 20 members, all fumbling with luny percussion, out of date stringed instruments and hand claps. I'm a sucker for it. It's pretty and they pull it off well.
What else can I say? Ice Cream Bones EP is enough to have my watchful eye peeking at A Lull's future catalog for a long time.
FAVORITE TRACK: White/Gold
FOR FANS OF: Patients (Ben Cooper), Contemporary / Indie Folk stuff
WEBSITE: http://alull.com/MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/alullmusic
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/alull
PURCHASE: Online Store, iTunes
As mentioned in an earlier post, A Lull offers up a freebie of their single, "Skinny Fingers" to every and anyone. I'm no opponent of free music (especially something from a respected label like Lujo) so I gave it a whirl. You can snag it here.
Vocally, the main trio have that bored, dazed sound. They maintain great pitch and sport some really pretty melodies, but never sound excited in the process. It's a cool effect and offers a pretty relaxing listening sesh.
The singing is definitely the main-stage here, but you'll find lots of folky, overly orchestrated music backing up the vox. They give you that illusion like the band is comprised of 20 members, all fumbling with luny percussion, out of date stringed instruments and hand claps. I'm a sucker for it. It's pretty and they pull it off well.
What else can I say? Ice Cream Bones EP is enough to have my watchful eye peeking at A Lull's future catalog for a long time.
FAVORITE TRACK: White/Gold
FOR FANS OF: Patients (Ben Cooper), Contemporary / Indie Folk stuff
| http://www.sondrelerche.com | ||
| http://myspace.com/sondrelerche | ||
| http://twitter.com/sondreofficial | ||
| The Skinny | A young Norwegian making great pop music look effortless. | |
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At only 26 years old, singer/songwriter Sondre Lerche is already on the verge of releasing his sixth full-length album entitled "Heartbeat Radio" The young Norwegian, who now calls Brooklyn home, has put together an album sure to be full of his rich, orchestral pop songs that his fans have come to know and love over the past seven years. The first song released, also entitled "Heartbeat Radio" explains Lerche's slight discontent for current popular music while he ponders if music still makes his heart beat the way it used to. "The radio's perfect pitch makes me nauseous," is a sentiment that many musicians and fans will relate to and agree with whole heartedly.
Since the age of 19, Lerche has been drawing in critic's and audiences alike with his eclectic style and infectious tunes. Six full-length albums, along with numerous EP's, over the course of seven years is no easy feat for any artist. However, Lerche has not slowed down proving that his music can grow and mature right along with him.
Complete Track List:
1. Good Luck
2. Heartbeat Radio
3. I Cannot Let You Go
4. Like Lazenby
5. If Only
6. Pioneer
7. Easy to Persuade
8. Word and Music
9. I Guess it's Gonna Rain Today
10. Almight Moon
11. Don't Look Now
12. Goodnight
Heartbeat Radio will be released September 8th with Lerche embarking on a US tour this September.
Since the age of 19, Lerche has been drawing in critic's and audiences alike with his eclectic style and infectious tunes. Six full-length albums, along with numerous EP's, over the course of seven years is no easy feat for any artist. However, Lerche has not slowed down proving that his music can grow and mature right along with him.
Complete Track List:
1. Good Luck
2. Heartbeat Radio
3. I Cannot Let You Go
4. Like Lazenby
5. If Only
6. Pioneer
7. Easy to Persuade
8. Word and Music
9. I Guess it's Gonna Rain Today
10. Almight Moon
11. Don't Look Now
12. Goodnight
Heartbeat Radio will be released September 8th with Lerche embarking on a US tour this September.
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/beautifulsmallmachines
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/themachines
PURCHASE: iTunes
Beautiful Small Machines are a pop duo that emerged out of vocalist Bree Sharp's recent "messy breakup" - she and Don Dilego had been writing songs together for nearly a decade before they decided to materialize Beautiful Small Machines. Their first EP is called Robots in Love and it'll probably appeal to fans of radio-pop-female-vox type of stuff, with an electronic edge. If you like what you hear, check out these upcoming shows and make an appearance.
7/14/09 CD Release Party: Le Poisson Rouge, New York NY
7/17/09 Barnes & Noble: Princeton, NC
"Robots In Love" off of Robots in Love EP
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/themachines
PURCHASE: iTunes
7/14/09 CD Release Party: Le Poisson Rouge, New York NY
7/17/09 Barnes & Noble: Princeton, NC
"Robots In Love" off of Robots in Love EP
Annie Crane: Through the Farmlands & the Cities
1 comments Posted By Christopher Grzan on Monday, July 6, 2009
THE SKINNY: Folk-rock for the traveler and the thinker alike
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/anniecrane
Some of us have been fortunate enough to hear stories about how our parents and grandparents came to this country, and pending on the depth of that particular knowledge that was bestowed, it often provided you with a rich understanding of where you have come from, where you have been, and where you’re heading.
It doesn’t take much for Annie Crane to convey this deep sense of history as well as her anticipation of the future in her debut album Through the Farmlands & the Cities. Few artists have the ability to take you along with them; to make you feel as if you’re a spectator of the travels and defining moments. Crane invites you to watch, hiding nothing from the listener, and all the while showing her strong ties to her family, life and the Mid-Atlantic.
Parts of the album sound as if they were written while sitting on hotel beds, or while sitting in the passenger seat during a multiple-hour drive. Throughout the album, you can’t help but feel that you are on a road trip through various cities and destinations of the Northeast and beyond. In no time, you hear references to Seneca Falls, New York City, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Delaware, the Mississippi river, Chicago, Canada, Maine and Georgia. And this is all within the first three tracks.
Crane’s classical vocal training provides a strong anchor, as her voice is never overshadowed by the accompanying instruments. But even though her rich, powerful voice is the main conveyor of the message, she harnesses only what she needs for each song, instead of exhibiting overwhelming vocal power. Crane has the ability to add the delicate nuances that a song such as “Our Families” demands. The softness of her voice adds a contemplative quality to the song and it allows you to vividly conjure the images that she effortlessly paints with her descriptive lyrics.
But voice isn’t the only strength of Crane’s music. Guitar, lap steel, violin and harmonica all add proper grace to her sound. All of the instruments are blended perfectly and they have the ability to take you to a different region in a moment’s notice. At times you might feel as if you’re gliding up the New York State Thruway and others might take you down I-85 en route to Atlanta. It is this convergence of regional sounds that gives Crane’s music its eclectic quality.
Crane’s sound is a seamless merger of both folk and country, but her voice and style also recall certain elements of Celtic and Scottish music. She breezes through verses with busy vocal notes, but she has a tendency to hold her last note out longer and add just enough vibrato at the end to give the phrases entrancing depth, as is often heard in Irish and Scottish ballads. “Empire State” provides a perfect example, as she makes references to wind whipping by high in the sky and for a moment you might be waiting for a reference to Belfast or Caledonia, before remembering that you’re listening to an American artist from upstate New York.
Crane has assembled a wonderful, lively documentation of her experiences and she makes it easy and enjoyable for you to sing along with her. Her powerful, yet delicate voice takes you from place to place and moment to moment. It might even encourage you to have a few more moments of your own. What I do know is this: If I ever make my dream journey from Cork to Edinburgh, this album will certainly provide part of the soundtrack.
FAVORITE TRACK: "Our Families"
FOR FANS OF: Joni Mitchell, Neko Case, Patrick Street, Joan Baez
MYSPACE: http://myspace.com/anniecrane
Some of us have been fortunate enough to hear stories about how our parents and grandparents came to this country, and pending on the depth of that particular knowledge that was bestowed, it often provided you with a rich understanding of where you have come from, where you have been, and where you’re heading.It doesn’t take much for Annie Crane to convey this deep sense of history as well as her anticipation of the future in her debut album Through the Farmlands & the Cities. Few artists have the ability to take you along with them; to make you feel as if you’re a spectator of the travels and defining moments. Crane invites you to watch, hiding nothing from the listener, and all the while showing her strong ties to her family, life and the Mid-Atlantic.
Parts of the album sound as if they were written while sitting on hotel beds, or while sitting in the passenger seat during a multiple-hour drive. Throughout the album, you can’t help but feel that you are on a road trip through various cities and destinations of the Northeast and beyond. In no time, you hear references to Seneca Falls, New York City, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Delaware, the Mississippi river, Chicago, Canada, Maine and Georgia. And this is all within the first three tracks.
Crane’s classical vocal training provides a strong anchor, as her voice is never overshadowed by the accompanying instruments. But even though her rich, powerful voice is the main conveyor of the message, she harnesses only what she needs for each song, instead of exhibiting overwhelming vocal power. Crane has the ability to add the delicate nuances that a song such as “Our Families” demands. The softness of her voice adds a contemplative quality to the song and it allows you to vividly conjure the images that she effortlessly paints with her descriptive lyrics.
But voice isn’t the only strength of Crane’s music. Guitar, lap steel, violin and harmonica all add proper grace to her sound. All of the instruments are blended perfectly and they have the ability to take you to a different region in a moment’s notice. At times you might feel as if you’re gliding up the New York State Thruway and others might take you down I-85 en route to Atlanta. It is this convergence of regional sounds that gives Crane’s music its eclectic quality.
Crane’s sound is a seamless merger of both folk and country, but her voice and style also recall certain elements of Celtic and Scottish music. She breezes through verses with busy vocal notes, but she has a tendency to hold her last note out longer and add just enough vibrato at the end to give the phrases entrancing depth, as is often heard in Irish and Scottish ballads. “Empire State” provides a perfect example, as she makes references to wind whipping by high in the sky and for a moment you might be waiting for a reference to Belfast or Caledonia, before remembering that you’re listening to an American artist from upstate New York.
Crane has assembled a wonderful, lively documentation of her experiences and she makes it easy and enjoyable for you to sing along with her. Her powerful, yet delicate voice takes you from place to place and moment to moment. It might even encourage you to have a few more moments of your own. What I do know is this: If I ever make my dream journey from Cork to Edinburgh, this album will certainly provide part of the soundtrack.
FAVORITE TRACK: "Our Families"
FOR FANS OF: Joni Mitchell, Neko Case, Patrick Street, Joan Baez
| http://jose-gonzalez.com | ||
| http://myspace.com/josegonzalez | ||
| The Skinny | Jose Gonzalez makes a name for himself by churning out pretty, simple, acoustic, growing music. His originals are all nearly identical in style, but each has an originality that makes it worth listening to instead of another. | |
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| Favorite Track | How Low, Cycling Trivialities | |
| For Fans Of | Iron & Wine, Elliott Smith, Anyone hearing a Tool influence/similarity? | |
Much thanks to Todd Pritchard for turning me onto this guy.
Jose's writing style is much like that of the classical cannon. You're probably familiar with Pachebel's; that tune they play at wedding ceremonies that continually layers melodies. While Jose doesn't necessarily layer melodies (as he's only one man), he does often embellish the same chord progression with different lines and various dynamics. The result is typically drawn out tracks that don't bore you, but have you swaying or lost in the groove's trance.
And I do love that about this sort of acoustic music. The rhythmic nature of Gonzalez's stuff negates the need for percussion, though I'm sure it wouldn't hurt it. This is another reason his tracks are so effective, pleasing and simple. The songs are generally acoustic-guitar-centric but often see cameos from a cello or occasional percussive tapping, which is done to great effectiveness.
Gonzalez has a few albums out, but nothing new as far as I can tell, so that's all I'll say for now. By the looks of it I'm way out of the loop and this is old news. Still loving it, though. Needless to say, check PFW periodically as we'll do our best to stay up to date on Mr. Gonzalez from now on.
"Cycling Trivialities" off of In Our Nature
"Hearbeats" off of Veneer
This is Alyssa's Favorite Track
Jose's writing style is much like that of the classical cannon. You're probably familiar with Pachebel's; that tune they play at wedding ceremonies that continually layers melodies. While Jose doesn't necessarily layer melodies (as he's only one man), he does often embellish the same chord progression with different lines and various dynamics. The result is typically drawn out tracks that don't bore you, but have you swaying or lost in the groove's trance.
And I do love that about this sort of acoustic music. The rhythmic nature of Gonzalez's stuff negates the need for percussion, though I'm sure it wouldn't hurt it. This is another reason his tracks are so effective, pleasing and simple. The songs are generally acoustic-guitar-centric but often see cameos from a cello or occasional percussive tapping, which is done to great effectiveness.
Gonzalez has a few albums out, but nothing new as far as I can tell, so that's all I'll say for now. By the looks of it I'm way out of the loop and this is old news. Still loving it, though. Needless to say, check PFW periodically as we'll do our best to stay up to date on Mr. Gonzalez from now on.
"Cycling Trivialities" off of In Our Nature
"Hearbeats" off of Veneer
This is Alyssa's Favorite Track
| http://reginaspektor.com | ||
| http://myspace.com/reginaspektor | ||
| Straight from Reg | ||
| The Skinny | Regina Spektor returns with another bittersweet, charming album that is sure to please her listeners and echo throughout the halls of coffee shops once again | |
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| For Fans Of | Neko Case, Wilco, St. Vincent | |
Singer-songwriter Regina Spektor has earned a reputation for crafting quirky, poppy anthems through the use of bouncy rhythms and creative melodic schemes.
In that sense, she does not disappoint on her latest album, Far. Considering the noteworthy success of her 2006 album Begin to Hope, which reached No. 19 on billboards in the United States, her latest release is much anticipated.
Loyal fans of her unique sound will not be disappointed, as all of the Regina Spektor trademarks are present. However, those seeking something more might be aching for a change in direction. Either way, the album still manages to be memorable through its catchy hooks and playful song structure.
Regina Spektor is on tour in Europe, but will be returning to the states with a performance in St. Paul, Minn. on September 11.
THE SKINNY: I'm fully aware that this is the fourth Where the Ocean Meets the Sky post in a month, but it's for good reason: Sexy! EP is the band's first album and will be press released on July 3 - just trying to get the word out ahead of time. Wanna go to their CD release show with us? Here's my take on this excellent first release...
PURCHASE: Amazon MP3, iTunes
I'm no newcomer to this sort of music, having spent many years playing in post-hardcore and various hard-hitting bands, some of which were great - so, at this point, I can recognize that fine line between cool and lame. With that said, what makes this record different from all the other pop punk / hardcore records out there (and there are a lot)?
For starters, each track sports some amazing singing, harmonizing and screaming. As soon as the album kicks off with the track "Autumn," vocalist Blake Martin takes off: "This season, makes me restless" - and it certainly is restless. The power carried by Blake and the vocalists alone are enough to haul the EP toward success. What's more is singers Kenny Davis and Marc Rosato continually, lyrically comment on the very direct, personal prose of Martin. This makes for a very fabled story-type experience, adding another level of uniqueness to the band's audible atmosphere.
And that's what this is really all about, isn't it? Again, how does this album stand out? Well, as said, Sexy! delivers lyrically, but that's not enough to warrant a deep, deserving following. Sexy!'s lyrics are wrapped in perfectly executed melodies that are way approachable, and should appeal to anyone who digs old UnderOATH, Taking Back Sunday, and old Finch, to name a few.
Instrumentally, Sexy! is the culminated lovechild of the past 10 years of poppy hardcore music. What salvages things, for me, are the intros to tracks 1 and 5. "This is How the World Ends" launches into a harmonized guitar thing, dressed in a 5/5 time signature to further throw you off, which is then surrounded by a thumping, synced drum and bass riff. The song goes on to display some more cool shredding and a few choice breakdowns.
Along the same lines, fan favorite "I'm Your Huckleberry" is probably the strongest track on the record, sporting some sweet, albeit standard, southern metal guitar riffs and some more amazing singing - Kenny and Marc really show their stuff on this track, definitively separating themselves from others in the scene - I'd take these two over Mayday Parade any day. At only 3:00, this track is way too short and has me hitting repeat more times than I care to tell you. "Huckleberry" is the perfect hybrid of vocal and instrumental work on this EP and I'll look forward to this balance in more frequency as the band progresses and matures - the other tracks sometimes give the impression that more effort was placed on vocals than guitar writing.
"I'm Your Huckleberry" off of Sexy! EP
But - On a five song EP that will inevitably be a hit or miss, the band executes a number of choice audio moments that any fan of the genre will recognize as both a fun and successful first effort.
THE SKINNY: Sexy! is a solid, incredibly well produced first effort by a band that's in it to win it - the EP's 5 tracks are primarily dominated by some amazing harmonies, and punchy breakdowns that any fan of poppy hardcore stuff is sure to appreciate, along with maybe even a few skeptical outliers.
FAVORITE TRACK: "I'm Your Huckleberry"
FOR FANS OF: Memphis May Fire, EveryTime I Die, UnderOATH, a Skylit Drive
PURCHASE: Amazon MP3, iTunes
For starters, each track sports some amazing singing, harmonizing and screaming. As soon as the album kicks off with the track "Autumn," vocalist Blake Martin takes off: "This season, makes me restless" - and it certainly is restless. The power carried by Blake and the vocalists alone are enough to haul the EP toward success. What's more is singers Kenny Davis and Marc Rosato continually, lyrically comment on the very direct, personal prose of Martin. This makes for a very fabled story-type experience, adding another level of uniqueness to the band's audible atmosphere.
And that's what this is really all about, isn't it? Again, how does this album stand out? Well, as said, Sexy! delivers lyrically, but that's not enough to warrant a deep, deserving following. Sexy!'s lyrics are wrapped in perfectly executed melodies that are way approachable, and should appeal to anyone who digs old UnderOATH, Taking Back Sunday, and old Finch, to name a few.
Instrumentally, Sexy! is the culminated lovechild of the past 10 years of poppy hardcore music. What salvages things, for me, are the intros to tracks 1 and 5. "This is How the World Ends" launches into a harmonized guitar thing, dressed in a 5/5 time signature to further throw you off, which is then surrounded by a thumping, synced drum and bass riff. The song goes on to display some more cool shredding and a few choice breakdowns.
Along the same lines, fan favorite "I'm Your Huckleberry" is probably the strongest track on the record, sporting some sweet, albeit standard, southern metal guitar riffs and some more amazing singing - Kenny and Marc really show their stuff on this track, definitively separating themselves from others in the scene - I'd take these two over Mayday Parade any day. At only 3:00, this track is way too short and has me hitting repeat more times than I care to tell you. "Huckleberry" is the perfect hybrid of vocal and instrumental work on this EP and I'll look forward to this balance in more frequency as the band progresses and matures - the other tracks sometimes give the impression that more effort was placed on vocals than guitar writing.
"I'm Your Huckleberry" off of Sexy! EP
But - On a five song EP that will inevitably be a hit or miss, the band executes a number of choice audio moments that any fan of the genre will recognize as both a fun and successful first effort.
THE SKINNY: Sexy! is a solid, incredibly well produced first effort by a band that's in it to win it - the EP's 5 tracks are primarily dominated by some amazing harmonies, and punchy breakdowns that any fan of poppy hardcore stuff is sure to appreciate, along with maybe even a few skeptical outliers.
FAVORITE TRACK: "I'm Your Huckleberry"
FOR FANS OF: Memphis May Fire, EveryTime I Die, UnderOATH, a Skylit Drive
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