Pop Rocks given out at the door. $5 ticket. Yes, sir. Local music from Attack Cat, the Modern Electric, the Hearts, Lunavelis and visitors from NC, IAmDynamite.
Here's some thoughts:
Lunavelis: Comprised of Christopher Feran and Madeline Healey, Lunavelis is a cutesy duo that opened with an acoustic set. A little guitar, a little vocals, and a hand shaker! These kids had nice harmonies, and GREAT lyrics. What was it... "I will love you until the sun sets on our graves, even then I'll sleep by your side". Yeah. Adorable. It was also nice to hear a band that was articulate. Props! Their harmonies reminded me of early 1997, prior to the ever-changing female vocalists.
This is the music of young love. Only qualms with them? They ditched out during the second or third band. Don't dine & ditch, kiddos. You gotta be respectful!
The Hearts: 3 piece band, comprised of set, guitar, synth/keys. First thoughts...this is a LIGHTS SHOW?! Their beats are sick. Steve (vocalist) has that typical, emo vocal sound. It's hard to believe that him and Dyson (guitarist) used to be involved in hardcore and rock music...
These guys are decked out in some nice hipster duds: wicker hat? Black glasses? Chucks?
Their sound reminds me of a less dark Panic at the Disco (the first album, anyhow). This is DANCE POP. Are you moving yet? Even I was, and I surely do not busta move.
Talking to Steve post-set, I learned they drawn inspiration from Jimmy Eats World, Lights, Paper Route, Third Eye Blind, Julianna Theory and all the original emo guys.
Hard to believe drummer, Jesse, has only been with them 6 months. They sound pretty solid.
Look for a cover of Katy Perry's ET from these guys in the future. (Boo, KP!)
IAmDynamite: I really wanted to hate this band...good God, track suit? Bow ties with shorts? SWEAT BANDS?! Buuuuut, the beat is irresistible. I can't hate a distorted mike either. Just can't.
These guys have got the crowd moving. Don't judge this book by its cover! The singer has some serious pipes (even if he lacks fashion sense) and they put out a ton of energy.
This is what happens with frat guys pick up instruments. Am I am extra in a teen movie? Seriously, did they just cover "Walk like an Egyptian"? Well, they're pretty good at whistling. I'll give them that.
Bottom line: nostalgic + heavy guitar + throbbing drums = good time
The Modern Electric: The aesthetic is what truly makes this band unique. The feeling of home, from the lights to their dense chords...love it all.
These cats draw all kinds of fans: hipsters, kids, parents, guys in suits. That is admirable.
I absolutely LOVE the soul that oozes out of Garrett's voice. The way every piece of this band is woven together- no matter WHO is playing WHAT. These guys are versatile and their musicality should inspire.
Seriously, even with technical difficulties (broken string on the bass, guitar strap coming loose) these guys kept it together and delivered.
Rad.
Attack Cat: 2 piece band, featuring guitar, keys/synth and some prerecorded beats. Dave (former drummer of Relient K) sings with his nose on the mike. How endearing. Who knew a drummer could sing? Their harmonies are mellow.
Are you driving cross country this summer? Pop them in. They're definitely more rock driven then some of the other groups.
Loving their vocal timbres...they blend perfectly.
Here's some thoughts:
Lunavelis: Comprised of Christopher Feran and Madeline Healey, Lunavelis is a cutesy duo that opened with an acoustic set. A little guitar, a little vocals, and a hand shaker! These kids had nice harmonies, and GREAT lyrics. What was it... "I will love you until the sun sets on our graves, even then I'll sleep by your side". Yeah. Adorable. It was also nice to hear a band that was articulate. Props! Their harmonies reminded me of early 1997, prior to the ever-changing female vocalists.
This is the music of young love. Only qualms with them? They ditched out during the second or third band. Don't dine & ditch, kiddos. You gotta be respectful!
The Hearts: 3 piece band, comprised of set, guitar, synth/keys. First thoughts...this is a LIGHTS SHOW?! Their beats are sick. Steve (vocalist) has that typical, emo vocal sound. It's hard to believe that him and Dyson (guitarist) used to be involved in hardcore and rock music...
These guys are decked out in some nice hipster duds: wicker hat? Black glasses? Chucks?
Their sound reminds me of a less dark Panic at the Disco (the first album, anyhow). This is DANCE POP. Are you moving yet? Even I was, and I surely do not busta move.
Talking to Steve post-set, I learned they drawn inspiration from Jimmy Eats World, Lights, Paper Route, Third Eye Blind, Julianna Theory and all the original emo guys.
Hard to believe drummer, Jesse, has only been with them 6 months. They sound pretty solid.
Look for a cover of Katy Perry's ET from these guys in the future. (Boo, KP!)
IAmDynamite: I really wanted to hate this band...good God, track suit? Bow ties with shorts? SWEAT BANDS?! Buuuuut, the beat is irresistible. I can't hate a distorted mike either. Just can't.
These guys have got the crowd moving. Don't judge this book by its cover! The singer has some serious pipes (even if he lacks fashion sense) and they put out a ton of energy.
This is what happens with frat guys pick up instruments. Am I am extra in a teen movie? Seriously, did they just cover "Walk like an Egyptian"? Well, they're pretty good at whistling. I'll give them that.
Bottom line: nostalgic + heavy guitar + throbbing drums = good time
The Modern Electric: The aesthetic is what truly makes this band unique. The feeling of home, from the lights to their dense chords...love it all.
These cats draw all kinds of fans: hipsters, kids, parents, guys in suits. That is admirable.
I absolutely LOVE the soul that oozes out of Garrett's voice. The way every piece of this band is woven together- no matter WHO is playing WHAT. These guys are versatile and their musicality should inspire.
Seriously, even with technical difficulties (broken string on the bass, guitar strap coming loose) these guys kept it together and delivered.
Rad.
Attack Cat: 2 piece band, featuring guitar, keys/synth and some prerecorded beats. Dave (former drummer of Relient K) sings with his nose on the mike. How endearing. Who knew a drummer could sing? Their harmonies are mellow.
Are you driving cross country this summer? Pop them in. They're definitely more rock driven then some of the other groups.
Loving their vocal timbres...they blend perfectly.
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