The Grownup Noise
The Grownup Noise
© 2008 Paul Hansen (711574631926) (format: CD-R)
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Since 2005, The Grownup Noise has been steadily making their mark in Boston. Their engaging and unpredictable live show is truly a unique experience. Tasteful use of dynamics, varying instruments; including a lead cellist, and unusual covers, are just part of the Grownup Noise's ever-evolving live production. All this, under the comfortable blanket of creative grooves and catchy melodies.
After a couple of packed shows at the Paradise Rock Club, the result has been a buzz and a loyal, growing fan-base, which is beginning to extend beyond Boston. The band already has three national tours under their belt, including shows at N.Y.C.'s -The Bitter End, Philly's- World Cafe Live, Nashville's- The Basement, and L.A.'s- The Viper Room. The future holds a lot for these boys and girl as their highly anticipated full-length album is on the way.
So what does it all sound like?... From the Beatles vision of song structure to the Velvet Underground's blind intensity. With a true love for song, The Grownup Noise delivers melody and lyrics while conducting subtle experiments on groove and arrangement. And though musicianship is abundant, it never strays into the vein, but remains poignant to the song. As goes the band's motto, " melody, melody, melody, groove, groove, melody. And maybe try to say something funny". Melodic bass lines combine with dangerous, yet merciful drumming and lift the delicate vocals, somewhat reminiscent of the iconic Yo La Tengo. Poetic, down to earth lyrics complete this original sound. The result: pop music, hold the cheese.
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Dancing Cello
author: Wildy's WorldEvoking thoughts of Barenaked Ladies and the Cowboy Junkies, The Grownup Noise bring a smooth understated rock sound to their debut album. The first time I listened to this CD I felt like each song was vaguely familiar; like I had heard many of them before. The Grownup Noise has a talent for writing songs that are instantly likeable and familiar without sounding derivative. Katie Franich's dancing cello lines add another element of life to tight musical arrangements and the easy vocals of Paul Hansen. The Grownup Noise infuses their humor here and there throughout the album, but never come anywhere near being a novelty act. These are fine musicians who are willing to pop their listeners a wink now and then, just to keep it light. Highlights include "Make Believe", "Messy Apartment", "Grey Skies", "First Time", "Vampire Love Song", and "Give Me Time". There is no chaff here though folks: Every song here is able to stand on its own. Given the musical talent, the unique but vaguely familiar sound, and perspective displayed by The Grownup Noise, I can see them developing a strong following and sticking around for many years. They are, frankly, the kind of band REM could have been if they hadn't gotten so into themselves. Give them a listen, you won't regret it. This is a fine debut. wildysworld.blogspot.com
Terrific!
author: KGGreat music, great live, great people. Their music stays in my head.