The Histories
Written by ashkap on Wednesday, 13 of August , 2008 at 2:48 pm
As promised, a review of The Histories’ demo/EP, There Is Absolutely No Difference Between Anybody (self-released, 2007).
The Histories have been playing their folk-pop-folk all over Los Angeles and myspace for a while now and have garnered a reputation along with Hank May’s Rock Dove and few others as a band that could “make it.” Their debut EP showcases their blended style of accessible, layered instrumentals and unique Krugian/Brockian vocals. Leadman Maxwell Strachan’s strained voice lends an anxious, driving feel to the songs while the soft drumlines and horn-led interludes give the whole piece a livingroom feel. Standout tracks are the opening “Everything Has Its Own Backyard,” which begins with a fairly basic guitar bit but tumbles into a bright upbeat gem. “Like Parties Mean Anything” is the other obvious single, with thumping drums, a doorbell-esque guitar hook and back and forth vocals and catchy lyrics. “This Beard is a Humble Bear!” immediately recalls Modest Mouse with its opening guitar line and runs a bit long at 6:10 losing some force along the way. Closer “Ridge Road” ends the show perfectly with its titular repeated line, “and there’s absolutely no difference between anybody.” In that way, The Histories have here proven themselves wrong, forging a distinct and promising EP that is sure to take them places.
The Histories are playing with The Octopus Project tomorrow at the Knitting Factory in Hollywood, more info here.
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Comment by sophia
Made Tuesday, 19 of August , 2008 at 6:56 pm
thanks for introducing me to the histories. i am infatuated with their quirky titles and fun beats.
