Penpal - UPDATE -

90's revival emotional math nostalgia core....or something of that nature.  Very laid back and easy to love. When former members of Marquette parted ways and the two guitarist moved away from one another, they started sharing musical ideas back and forth. Thus Penpal was born. Great for a drive or other such nightly activities. Don't miss out :)

Penpal

......AND! new EP! you'd be a be a fool to pass it up. Not to mention the guys from Penpal are telling you to download it and if that's not reason enough for you to stop stroking your facial hair I don't know what is.

Post Script EP

By Surprise - Mountain Smashers

Im Tempted to say of the new school of 90's emo revival By Surprise might just take "most impressive" award. Unlike their contemporaries we have crystal clear instrumentation and lyrics that aren't just tacked on but feel vital and most importantly tell a story. A lot of heart runs through this release that seems more than pleased to bounce around alternative rock genres like a Sunday stroll. It can be silly at times but I would rather use the word charming. I couldn't begin to think of someone that wouldn't at least find one thing they enjoy about this.

Mountain Smashers

Algernon Cadwallader - Parrot Flies

 

I'm going to say that the first time (and many other listens after) I did not get the big deal. The 90's emo revival is in heavy swing these days and what better band to ape than the many incarnations of the kinsella boy's projects especially Cap'n Jazz.  Just recently I've made my peace and found that i really do enjoy Algernon Cadwallader. The main difference's are the vocals and instrumentation which happen to have a better handle on being melodic when they need to be. Parrot Flies marks their newest release. Its emo indie rock with touches of angular guitars and scream sung vocals. There lo-fi approach is charming but honestly I feel like cleaning up things could really bump these kinds of bands in a more positive direction. 

Parrot Flies