The Winter Sounds

...if you know much about music over the last 30 years, odds are the mention of Athens, GA will bring to mind a slew of big names. There's really no need for us to go into that here. We do, however, have cause to mention Athens in relation to current events, specifically in regards to The Winter Sounds. We've been hearing lots of good things about the band on previous jaunts through the Gem City and they'll be returning next Thursday, April 2 to Pearl/Vexx...

...Admittedly, we're a little disappointed in ourselves for not picking up on these guys sooner. With their incessantly danceable rhythm section propelling the sweeping choruses, alternately jangly/jabbing guitars meld effortlessly with synth flourishes glazing over into near-perfect pop hook bliss. With their second album currently in the final stages, the band seem poised to break out in 2009...

MP3: The Winter Sounds "Autumn Movement" from the Pinebox EP
MP3: The Winter Sounds "Windy City Nights" from Porcelain Empire

Astro Magpie Winter

...if yr heading out tonight, here's our recommendations:


...still the "new" venue in Dayton, Blind Bob's is hosting a good one tonight. Brace yourself for the one-two punch of The Human Reunion and Astro Fang. Seems like every time these two get together it's a big one...

...if you're something a little more relaxed, head over to the Trolley Stop to check out The Magpies from Cleveland. They've been making Dayton a regular tour stop and have earned a pretty loyal following here in town. Stop in to dig the buzz....

...finally, a couple of great touring bands are stopping through Oregon Express tonight. Up from the Deep South, touring partners The Winter Sounds and Look Mexico should make for a good night. Also on the bill, locals Murmur will be releasing their debut CD...

Sohio/The Winter Sounds/Twin Arrows-Tonight @ Oregon Express

...tonight at the Oregon Express, you've got a good bill of quality rock n' roll. Hailing from the iconic indie town of Athens, GA, The Winter Sounds (pictured) make a tour stop tonight with a sound that fuses traces of their hometown flavor with a distinctive British spin. Up from the Middletown area, Sohio has earned quite the regional reputation with their own twist on alt.country. Local newcomers Twin Arrows (ex-Late Nite Drivers) open the evening. See you there...