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June 06, 2008
The Half Brothers
I know, I know - I never expected to post about a modern bluegrass album on this blog either, but sometimes, excitement just gets the better of me. The Half Brothers are a Seattle-based bluegrass trio (guitar / mandolin / banjo) that puts an irreverent spin on a genre that I admittedly know pleasingly little about; if you ever wondered what the Hall & Oates classic "Rich Girl" would sound like accompanied by banjo, now is your opportunity. By the same token, the album's not just a tongue-in-cheek fest - it's a seriously musical affair, featuring rich three-part harmonies and unassuming lyrical depth. If you're in Seattle, you might want to drop by tonight's CD release party for their debut record at the Sunset, which also features "Awesome" on the bill (which makes sense, as two of the three members of The Half Brothers are also members of "Awesome").
The Half Brothers - Taters On The Wheel
The Half Brothers - Rich Girl
Recently on Comfort Radio:
Ben Neill - Showdown
Charlotte Hatherley - Where I'm Calling From
The Orb - Assassin (The Oasis of Rhythms mix)
Posted by Scotto at June 6, 2008 08:00 AM