Autogramm's bio describes them as "synth-driven power-poppers," and as you will have noted, that seems right on the money. More to the point, when I watched that video (which is hilarious BTW -- I'm a sucker for a guy in a Yeti suit) I totally lost it when that first big instrumental section comes in and they crank the synths and "Sweet Jane"-y guitar power chords. Seriously, I haven't been so jazzed by a song in that vein since The Cars "You Might Think," and I don't think it's a stretch to say this new one stands up to that classic quite nicely. (BTW, in the interest of total accuracy, I should note that the band's bio also lists Autogramm's influences as The Fixx, David Bowie, Cheap Trick, The Boys, The Dickies and Prince. Hey -- makes sense to me!!!)
In any event, I can't wait to hear more from these guys, and while I'm listening, you can order the digital album (or a vinyl version) over at their Bandcamp site HERE.
You're welcome very much.
Coming tomorrow -- a fabulous new Weekend Essay question. Hint: It's the talk of the town.
6 comments:
kokanee beer? these guys are canadians! looked them up and they are from vancouver bc.
love the tune and video.
rs
Great track!
I dig it.
i hadn't thought of the fixx for years - today i found the video for "are we ourselves" - you can see the lyrics with the captions enabled - great stuff
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mP8Pe8tp2TQ
wikipedia says they were bigger hits in the states than their home the uk
Love the video!!!
Captain Al
also i loved the 'born losers' tune and video - the inspiring words and the heartwarming ending of the video - ordinary life is also really amazing when you slow down and take a look at it
Cool song and video, and I strongly recommend those boys don't try wearing that Yeti costume here in Kentucky.
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