Skip to main content

Behind Closed Doors

Good music makes you move, but great music moves you.
Have you ever listened to a band whose music makes you feel invincible? Like you could take on the world armed only with a bad-ass attitude? Behind Closed Doors did just that to me. When I heard their awesome tunes, I felt like I could be a leather-clad, Harley riding, uber-cool force to be reckoned with. Alex Turner's dream girl Arabella, has nothing on the vibes that Behind Closed Doors evoke. 
Their music is a gritty, raucous, raw fantasy. The Rolling Stones specified that their album 'Let it Bleed', "must be played loud". However, Jagger hasn't heard Behind Closed Doors. Lead singer Julian informed me to: "play these songs through some good speakers, LOUDLY". Naturally, it'd be rude not to!
This band are the quintessential loud, ballsy, aggressive edgy rock band and are the masters of evoking a euphoric rock vibe. It's no wonder they're regulars on EGH Radio - they've even recorded and hosted a show for them. Furthermore they've featured on Radio Humbleside and BBC Introducing and have worked with the legend that is John Spence.
The dynamic three-piece have concocted a trio of edgy rock anthems, fuelled by ferocious guitar riffs and poignant Herculean drums, creating a satisfying full and rich sound. It's the musical embodiment of sticking two fingers up to anything that's bringing you down with a gorgeously alluding undertone. I never thought something could make me feel sexy and turbulent at the same time.

'Somebody like you' draws parallels with early Greenday, but is heightened by siren like guitar solos and more bluesy mature lyrics and vivacious drums. When all theses elements are combined, the sound will enable all present to indulge in some wild dance moves. It's been added to my playlist entitled: 'Shake what your Mama gave you". (We all have something like that - don't deny it.)

'Creepy Chris' is yet another brilliant rock track, but has the added quirk of tongue and cheek lyrics. The song makes me reminiscent of teenage banter and having  a blast with your mates. The track features on the Cottingham Springboard Festival 2015 CD and goes on sale this weekend. I'll certainly be buying a copy.

'Well Now' showcases the band's gritty edge to in all its divine splendour. The song is guaranteed to leave audiences completely sated through its irascible yet captivating riffs and mellifluous vocals. If you like 'in your face' music, you'll love this.

The boys are scheduled to release a full album late summer/autumn time and I cannot wait to see what else they produce. Hats off to you lads.


Follow the lads on Facebook SoundCloud and YouTube:




Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Track of the Week - Sarajevo - The K's

Merseyside natives The K's kicked off 2018 by announcing that they had been signed to Republic Music Management. With a handful of sold-out headline shows already under their belt, their tongue-and-cheek indie tunes are earning them a loyal fan base and plenty of buzz. Their debut single 'Sarajevo' is an infectiously catchy and utterly charming track. The vocals are akin to a more in-tune Jamie T, giving their witty lyrics a warm ambiance.  The upbeat melody gives a nod to early 2000s indie, but the ferocious riffs and hearty bass lines give it plenty of originality.  The track has already achieved half a million streams on Spotify and it's a sure bet that there's bigger and better things on the horizon for The K's. FOLLOW SOUNDS OF AN ECCENTRIC FACEBOOK TWITTER INSTAGRAM
Post a Comment
Read more

'YOUR TRIP BEGINS NOW' - THE FROOT '67 E.P. REVIEW

'Your trip begins now' is the latest four track E.P. from Hull's finest pysche rock outfit: The Froot '67.  As the name would suggest, the group's roots are planted within dynamic 60's rock and the band have revitalised this era through their bold, gritty sound. The E.P. opens with 'Chaos Theory', a track that is fuelled by frantic and beefy lo-fi riffs, whilst Newby's vocals take a more subtle, nonchalant route. Despite being a psyche rock track, the overall sound of the song reminds me of a more reserved version of 'Gravedweller' by The Wytches. It's a very different sound to their debut album; '7 past 8'; but this grungier edge is definitely a good thing for the group. It's broadening their sound without destroying the unique vibe they've already established for themselves. Plus, it;s a really engaging opening to the E.P. and sets a raw, and somewhat brooding, ambiance for the E.P. The following track, 'I don...
Post a Comment
Read more

Red Rum Club with Support From Tiger Twins, Paradas and Turnstones

Last night Liverpudlian six-piece Red Rum Club enthralled a lively crowd at Leeds' Lending Room. Kicking the night off was Leeds based four-piece Turnstones . Unfortunately, the majority of their set was timid and unimpressive. Their songs were pleasant enough, just very safe sounding, and they looked painfully awkward on stage. However the last two tracks of their set were fantastic -they skyrocketed from blasé to ballsy. They engaged more with the audience and came out of their shells - it was like watching a completely different band. They need to scrap the first section of their set and focus on creating songs like the last two. Up next was local group Paradas . Their front man had a dreamy rock tone, akin to Kings of Leon's Caleb Followill, with an admirable vocal range. His lilting vocals complimented the gritty classic rock inspired riffs, giving their sound a rich depth. Occasionally their riffs were a bit repetitive, so it'd be interesting to see some ...
Post a Comment
Read more