From left to right: CJ (elec. drums), Tony (keyboard), Ryoko (vocals), Tomo (guitar), and Jen (drums). From the very first listen, you could hear the difference. A mash-up of nationalities and musical genres, they exceed the labels or expectations that is usually placed upon them. Over the course of their two independently released albums, Identity [...]
Rogue Wave Puts Out Strong Sophomore Record
After seeing them as opening act for Death Cab For Cutie’s summer tour and enjoying the handful of tracks I previewed prior to the concert, they went from unfamiliar band to an impressive and unexpected gem. Indie rock group Rogue Wave left a strong impression and one that encouraged me to purchase their 2005 sophomore [...]
Death Cab Summer Tour Rocks With Rogue Wave
Death Cab For Cutie has energized their tour with a nice dose of rock. Their latest album, Narrow Stairs has gone away from the “urban meadow” atmosphere of the last couple records, and went with a more edgy sound. This has permeated throughout the show, as opening act Rogue Wave also brought a great rock [...]
Death Cab Walks the Narrow Stairs
The cover art alone already depicts a noticeable change. Death Cab For Cutie has been known for their self-described “urban meadow” sound and atmosphere on their last couple records, gaining a reputation as a mellower, ‘emo’ band. Guitar and vocalist Ben Gibbard has an instantly recognizable singing style that he has brought to his popular [...]
Eyeshine Brings the Edge in “Here Comes The End Again”
If you aren’t familiar with Eyeshine, they are a four-man indie rock band out of southern California. Their first full-length album, Red Stripes White Lights was recently released on their website and online music service DigStation, with other services such as iTunes, Rhapsody, Allmusic, and Nielsen SoundScan planned for future release. Their first single and [...]
Defining Edge Rock: Eyeshine
From left to right: Maurice Salmin (drums, vocals, piano), Johnny Yong Bosch (lead vocals, guitar), Alex Orantes (bass, vocals), and Daniel Lee (lead guitar). Originally forming in 2002, Eyeshine has been on an interesting journey. After going through different incarnations, recording issues, and finding time away from their personal lives to work on their music, [...]
