Florida rock, from We The Kings.
This band has put together the self-titled CD that includes “Check Yes Juliet,” a song that gives her the choice. Solid musicianship benefits from good production. The vocals are highlighted in just the right way with this tune. While, musically, the song isn’t overly complex, it does justice to the term indie rock or alternative rock.
As for “Skyway Avenue,” enjoy the beginning guitar work. What a treat! Rhythmically, it’s not much different when compared to “Check Yes Juliet.” But as time goes on, bands tend to find a way to express subtle differences in their songs. “Secret Valentine” is a love song of the same pace, though the break/bridge is interesting. Quite big show/stage show production. I listened closely to “Stay Young,” not only for much needed advice on how to do it, but also for any major changes in approach or attack. I didn’t find major differences from the other tunes.
We The Kings are: Travis Clark – vocals/guitar; Hunter Thomsen – guitar/vocals; Drew Thomsen – bass; Danny Duncan – drums. With influences such as Red Bull (what else, considering the generation?), pigeons and soup/salad/breadsticks at Olive Garden, how can you go wrong?
Catch WTK in their home state, in Oklahoma, Arizona, California, Kentucky, Georgia and points between.
We The Kings on MySpace
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