Just when I thought the music scene was pretty dead in Columbus, I ran into a gem. A week and a half ago, I went to Skully's on Friday night. I didn't plan on being there. But you know, a few drinks, a few females, I was ready to go anywhere. Anyway, I'm stacked up against a wall absorbing my fifth cocktail, when this guy starts jamming on the piano. The drums kick in with an accompanying guitar. The next thing I know I'm hearing a reference to December 21, 2012 (Nostradamus for those playing at home). Instantly I'm intrigued.
The music is definitely led by the piano (there's not enough of this these days). A few Ben Fold's like riffs could be found but not a direct correlation to the overall sound of the music. The singer's voice reminds me of the European style (Athlete, the Kaiser Chiefs, the Kooks). There is definitely some originality but a little repetition at times. As I've listened to the EP a few more times, I've grown to like the style overall. Probably my favorite song is Postcard Scenes (follow the link if you're interested) at http://www.myspace.com/theiry . You can check out their website here and see a video here.
After the set, I'm out having a smoke minding my own business when I notice that the band is standing right next to me. I stumble over and introduce myself and tell the lead singer how much I enjoyed the show. He was very humble and appreciative. He explained to me that he never had any formal training on the piano and just kind of picked it up on his own. We bullshited for awhile, and he gave me the first half of their new album to sample. I believe the band has potential, and you heard it here first.
The music is definitely led by the piano (there's not enough of this these days). A few Ben Fold's like riffs could be found but not a direct correlation to the overall sound of the music. The singer's voice reminds me of the European style (Athlete, the Kaiser Chiefs, the Kooks). There is definitely some originality but a little repetition at times. As I've listened to the EP a few more times, I've grown to like the style overall. Probably my favorite song is Postcard Scenes (follow the link if you're interested) at http://www.myspace.com/theiry . You can check out their website here and see a video here.
After the set, I'm out having a smoke minding my own business when I notice that the band is standing right next to me. I stumble over and introduce myself and tell the lead singer how much I enjoyed the show. He was very humble and appreciative. He explained to me that he never had any formal training on the piano and just kind of picked it up on his own. We bullshited for awhile, and he gave me the first half of their new album to sample. I believe the band has potential, and you heard it here first.
Checked out some of their stuff on YouTube. I'd certainly like a copy of the CD. Good stuff.
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