Word: bandness
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...Russell Wolff Band...
...ARTS FIRST Band Fest...
...project whose studio recordings often sound so divorced from any physical presence, the Books’ humble humanity was charming. Unused to applause, the band members grinned shyly as every song earned hearty appreciation. Towards the end of the set, Zammuto’s younger brother Mikey joined them on stage wearing a backwards baseball cap and shouting “Go Sox!” before a nimble tumble through “Classy Penguin,” a Mikey’s original composition. As Zammuto home videos were projected and the Books continued to play...
When I first listened to Songs: Ohia’s final album, entitled “Magnolia Electric Co.” (yes, it’s both the album’s title and the moniker for ex-Songs: Ohia lead singer Jason Molina’s new band), I listened to the opening track, “Farewell Transmission” for hours on repeat. By the time I was done, my roommates were no longer speaking to me, but at least I had the altogether satisfying company of Molina’s voice...
Drummer Mark Rice was consistent and tasteful, occasionally punctuating a particularly heartfelt vocal embellishment or solo break with a concise, tight drum fill. Pete Schreiner’s bass complements Rice’s drum kit and his big, round bass tones help keep the band from floating into the jam netherworld...