VHS or BETA

What can be said about VHS or Beta? This Dance/Pop/Rock band from my hometown
of Louisville, Ky. has changed the rock world with
it's new brand of dance/rock. When they released their first full length album "Night on Fire," I was blown away with the continuous hooks that seamlessly melted off each track. The title track "Night on Fire" has to be one of the catchiest songs I've heard in along time, but the hook on the track "Alive" is one to be reckoned with. This song has an ambient feel, but builds throughout the entire song into a mind blowing masterpiece. The bands newest album, released this past August called "Bring on the Comets", is definitely leaning toward the dance area of their sound, but does not disappoint at all. VHS of BETA has matured their sound into a very complex array of sounds with the new record. The song "Can't believe a single word" gets catchier every time I hear it.
The melody seems like a classic pop song, with a new wave dance feel. The most defining song on the new album is the title track "Bring on the Comets." This song brings out so many emotions. It almost has a ballad feel, till it it bursts through with pulsing guitars into the bridge. I highly recommend VHS or BETA to anyone who enjoys good quality, fun music.

VHS of BETA

As Tall As Lions

As Tall As Lions is as smooth as a baby's bottom, musically speaking that is. Dan Nigro's voice is a very refreshing sound from other lead singers in the indie/ambient/ rock genre. ATAL is signed to East West/TCR records. This indie rock label has signed big artist such as AC/DC, Missy Elliot, and The Beloved. As Tall As Lions are as deserving to be on this label as much as any of these other bands. What sets them apart is Dan's voice, it has the tone of Brandon Boyd, which says a lot. The bands overall sound has the feel of Under the Influence of Giants. Their new album "Into the Flood," is one of those albums that you can listen to all the way through without a hint of boredom. Every song calms and excites the ears. I would definitely check these boys out before they to huge. Tell your friends that you heard them first.

As Tall As Lions

The Redwalls

When I first heard The Redwalls I had to get on the internet and make sure that The Beatles were not a band anymore! This band hasn't only perfected the sound The Beatles were known for, but have transformed it into something totally new and amazing. With their first album "Universal Blues," they shook up the music world. The album that I view as their best so far would be "De Nova." The song "Thank You" featured on this album is one of my top ten favorite songs ever. They may have the sound of the Fab Four, but these guys have made a mark of their own. The Redwalls most recent album titled "The Redwalls" is a little bit more trendy with todays music. I little harder but just as awesome. I would definitely check these guys out if you've never heard the greatness of The Redwalls.

The Redwalls

The Boy Least Likely To

The Boy Least Likely To is equivalent to a ray of sunshine. These extremely happy upbeat melodic tunes are some of the best driving jams I've heard in a long time. Reigning from the United Kingdom, Peter and Jof of the Boy Least Likely To, grew up together in the small town of buckinghamshire. Jof writes all the lyrics and sings, while Peter writes all the music and plays. Their first album, "Best Party Ever" was recorded on a sketchy 8-track recorder, and became one of the top 50 albums of the year when it was released. This is my favorite album so far from the Boy Least Likely To. It has such hit's as "My Tiger My Heart," "Be Gentle to Me," and "Faith." Definitely check out this band if your in the mood for some happy, driving tunes.

The Boy Least Likely To

Desert Sessions

Desert Sessions has grown out of the mind of Joshua Homme from Queens of the Stone Age, and Eagles of Death Metal. The band is basically a group of musicians from other bands that get together to write and record songs over a short period of time. The last album was written and recorded in a matter of eight days! The quality of the music seems like they would have spent months writing it. One amazing thing about this ever changing band is the diversity of the albums, every song feels completely different. From ambient to acoustic jam tunes, these guys can throw out an amazing album. News is circulating of a new album in the works, which should not disappoint! Check em out!

Desert Sessions

Eagles of Death Metal

When I think of amazing boogie rock, the first band that comes to my mind is Eagles of Death Metal. This band straight out the deserts of California, these boys put a brand new feel to the rock scene. EODM was formed by front man Jesse Hughes, and Joshua Homme from the band Queens of the Stone Age. The band members change often, but the awesome rock keeps on thriving. Their first album "Peace, Love, and Death Metal" was filled with amazing boogie tunes. Jesse admits his main inspiration is from Stevie Wonder, and you can feel it in the songs. Their newest album "Death by Sexy" has to be one of my favorite albums to come out in a long time. Songs like "Boys Bad News", and Cherry Cola will keep you humming the entrancing melodies. My recommendation is to check these guys out immediately! This has to be one of the greatest bands that will grace your ears with their music. Keep a look out, these guys will be huge!

Eagles of Death Metal

Moros Eros

When Moros Eros fist hit the sound waves, it was equivalent to a breath of fresh air. The in your face vocals, and pulsing melodies are nothing more than extraordinary considering their roots in Merietta, GA. Signed to Victory Records, Moros Eros is setting themselves apart from the big dogs that share the label. Popular artists like Taking Back Sunday, Silverstein, Hawthorne Heights, Atreyu, and Thursday, are going to have to look out for this up and coming band. Moros Eros most recent album entitled "Jealous Me Was Killed By Curiosity," blew my mind the first time I heard it. The only downfall to this band is the inability to place them genre wise, which to some, is a plus. In touring though, this has been a bad thing. Moros Eros has played with such artists as Red Jumpsuit Apparatis to The Blood Brothers. Just keep a look out for these guys, they will be on indie lovers lists of the greatest bands ever before you know it.
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Moros Eros