Independent music reviews, interviews and downloads from Utah, 2004–2012
Atlantic, 2005 Nearly two years after releasing Transatlanticism, popularly considered to be DCFC's best album to date, they come at us with their latest effort, Plans. There has been much speculation as to how much Death Cab's sound would…
You're a fairly young band, how does this affect your take on being musicians? Well, Sam has studied music quite in depth since she was ten, so even though she's relatvely young, she's also quite experienced. The overall feel is that it…
Who has been your favorite band to perform with? That's kind of a hard one. By the end of each tour I think I think we,ve grown close to all the bands. We've been lucky in that way I guess. Not many bands can probably be able to say that…
What do you find most beneficial about playing to a live audience? I think our live act needs a lot of work, honestly. I don't see it as an engaging experience for neither the band nor the audience. A few dudes playing inconsequential…
What are your thoughts on your presence at iTunes? Do you think it will help your listening base? KYLE: Being on iTunes is great for several reasons and we are very excited to be a part of it. First, it brings some responsibility to…
Is there a constant theme to Elil EP? The songs are a bit like postcards as they in several cases take place somewhere away from home. It?s not a theme we chose consciously, though. What role does Watership Down play in Elil EP? Helena got…
Your lineup has changed from four to two since your 2000 album, Akasha. How has this affected your sound? Laura: it feels like so long ago...........obviously the percussive element of our music was deeply effected when heath left the band…
Why did you release "The Secrets" online? How much did Wilco play an influence in that decision? "The Secrets" was released for free and legal and distributable download online because I had weighed 1.) the financial aspects of duplicating…