wonderfall
wonderfall
© 2005 wonderfall (825346904726)
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Wonderfall displays a powerful alternative rock/pop sensibility in their new, self-titled CD. Hear smartly crafted songs characterized by the classic irreverence of the Kinks and the infectious melodies of Crowded House.
tracks
- 1 Not The First
- 2 Ain't That Somethin'
- 3 In The North Part of Town
- 4 Bullethead
- 5 At The Playground
- 6 Beautiful Blue
- 7 The First Snow
- 8 One Last Dance
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Ray and Dave Davies. Tim and Neil Finn. Noel and Liam Gallagher. They're compatible, competitive and sometimes cantankerous, but brothers seem to have a knack for creating melodic pop music with universal appeal. Now meet Joe and Dave Bregande, the singer-songwriter duo behind Atlanta based wonderfall.
Due in part to their geographical roots, the Bregande brothers are adept at crafting imaginative songs inspired by the everyday and the extraordinary. Their sleepy, lakeside hometown lies smack in the middle of a historically and musically rich area that is dominated by tall trees and tall tales. Home to a Revolutionary War General who haunts his former estate and the world's largest community of psychic mediums, this area has produced the diverse talents of Ani DiFranco, 10,000 Maniacs, Mercury Rev and the Goo Goo Dolls.
Bassist and longtime friend Fletch completes the brothers' songs by offering a funk-influenced sensibility that brings back the fundamental purpose of pop: to make you move. Add the explosive rhythms of drummer Reese Jones, and the group delivers an evocative sound characterized by the classic irreverence of the Kinks, the infectious melodies of Crowded House, and the creative energy of Oasis.
Today, Wonderfall's musical journey continues with their self-titled release, a collection of eight commercial gems that defines their trademark sound, one that is vibrantly bright, colorfully melodic, unrepentantly harmonious, and relentlessly sharp. As their debut single, "Not The First," gains widespread appeal through a growing national radio presence, wonderfall seek to firmly establish themselves as a model for artistic integrity and marketability in the tradition of the best of brother bands.
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good stuff
author: Rob RoperThis is good, solid pop-rock. The Bregande brothers, Joe and Dave, handle the songwriting, singing, and guitar playing, accompanied by solid bass and drumming by Fletch and Winton Bowman, respectively. Joe Bregande's electric guitar playing is superb, with great arrangements and great sound. Joe also serves as recording engineer, and the sound of this cd is excellent. And Dave Bregande gets credit for the great album artwork, which, by the way, is quite cool. All 8 songs are good, but I'd have to say my favorites are "Beautiful Blue", "At the Playground", "In the North Part of Town", and "One Last Dance". A $10 investment that's well worth it. Looking forward to hearing more from these guys.
Worth a mention
author: Dave's JunkYardI have never heard anything so horrible in my life. Just kidding. Joe, Dave love your sound, but I really hate the both of you. When the hell you coming up to NYC to visit? Miss you! Tell Paul I said HHHHH-A-HHHHHH and Matt to stop being so gay. Kazoo, baby. That is where the action is at.
wonder-full!
author: JeanmarieI really enjoyed this cd, from the first cut to the last. I remember all the way back to Joe's days in college bands, and his songwriting has just improved with time, as have his guitar licks. As Dave ages, his voice gets more and more soulful, and Fletch keeps it real with his rock solid bass lines. The cd as a whole deserves airplay - why haven't I heard this somewhere? With some of the nonsense they're constantly overpromoting on our local alternative station (yeah, this means YOU, WDST!), this cd should surely be on their playlist!
Wow!
author: Katie C. -DJFabulous mix of tunes. Poetic, artistic, yet enough rock and pop that it is fun and good listening. Almost like a mix of Simon and Garfunkel, the Beatles, the Kinks, and Crowded House -yet distinctly modern. This is real music. I cannot categorize it exactly but it sure is fun to listen to.
Finally, There a Truly Unique Band
author: ATI really love the unique guitar and vocal blends. These guys are going to be a big hit some day. Someone just needs to listen. I especially like Not The First, Blue and One Last Dance.
Crack cocaine's got nothing on this addictive collection
author: Marc Conklin, MinneapolisI challenge anyone to get this CD and NOT have it stuck in your head for weeks. The Brothers Bregande seem to have found the map to pop-rock Utopia. Get on the bandwagon now--before all the good seats are gone.
Why not in my backyard?
author: John MussmanI've heard of sleeper films... but why isn't this album on my radio station! I love the active bass lines, which remind me of the bass break and riffs in Paul Simon's "You Can Call Me Al" (a favorite from old)... The music is accomplished and complex, but not polished-- it retains the original "unproduced" feel of real from-the-heart writing and performing... something that is stolen too often nowadays from music trying to make a popular dollar.
Extremely musical with clean, crisp transitions. Great beat, strong images.
author: Jim Winchester, CBS-MilwaukeeThe CD comes out charging with the high-octane Not The First. The song is a strong guitar-based, high energy, and straight-to-the-point tune that you'd love to cram down your ex-girlfriends throat. The track is currently playing on various stations across the country including the Green Bay, WI area. The energy continues into the second track Ain't That Somethin'. The beat count is high, with a highly musical emotion back songtrack. It also carries a bit of confident rebellious theme that you hear in Not The First. Track 3, In The North Part of Town, is a real impressive, introspective cool down song. It's a goldengem tucked amidst the faster paced songs ahead and behind in the wonderfall line-up. Bullethead, Track 4, is an edgy, but catchy tune that allows the listener to combine the image of a cartoon character Bullethead (see cover art) with a person seeking a higher cause. At The Playground, Track 5, is classic wonderfall returning to its roots. It's highly musical, emotional pleas remind the listener of songs produced on wonderfall's (then known as elephant) debut album, Monday Morning, Start Again (2000). The song paints a classic picture of a boy falling for a girl in a playground. The lyrics blend perfectly with the rythmic beat. One cannot listen to this brilliant song without being reminded of their own childhood experiences flirting with schoolgirls at the playground. Tracks 6 & 7, Beautiful Blue & The First Snow, continue the theme based musical songs that use images of everyday existance to personify life and love. Both tunes are unique, but powerful. Wonderfall closes with yet another image based picture. Track 8 reminds us of The Last Dance. It carries a fast paced beat with soulful insight. The guitar on this piece is powerful and carries a memorable melody. The song lyrics takes the listener to the dance halls, where the listener then becomes the singer, dancing for the final time with a lady who has intriqued the singers soul. In short, it's a brilliant ending that makes any listener wanting, just as the song suggests, for the dance and the album not to end. --Jim Winchester, 2/24/05, CBS-Milwaukee
AWSOME! Make room on the charts!
author: MicheleWhat talent! Why aren't these guys TOTALLY FAMOUS?? The guitar work gives The Edge his equal. The sound is so tight, so intense, and every track is fresh and full of new energy. How great to hear professional quality musicianship, guys who really know what their craft is, not just another "lucky to have made it" garage band. The lyrics are intelligent, and a wry sense of humor cuts right through. This is definitely the real thing, so connoisseurs of the great stuff (from the Kinks to U2), get ready to be amazed.