Speaking of b-sides, I would hardly be a blogger if I didn't tell you about one of the most fun shows I've been to recently: The Explorer's Club, another one of the free Wednesday night shows at my college. The Explorer's Club is a band that definitely wears its influences (The Beach Boys and other oldies/rock'n'roll acts) on their sleeves, covering classics like the Beach Boys' "Do You Wanna Dance?" and Chuck Berry's "Johnny B. Goode". Their own material is in a similar vein, but even those who aren't fans of the sound have to appreciate the sheer talent of these seven multi-instrumentalists from South Carolina. Their live show has a definite oldies dance party feel, which I loved, but is also filled with gorgeous harmonies and phenomenal guitar solos... the keyboardist ended the show by playing a slide guitar solo with his foot. Anybody looking for memories of the "good ol' days" of rock'n'roll, impeccable musicianship, or just a good time need look no farther than The Explorer's Club.
Already featured on the OC and chosen as the USA Today critics' pick of 2008, The Explorer's Club will hopefully continue getting more recognition. Contribute your own little piece by seeing them live, buying their music, or at least checking out their music video right here:
wow this band's pretty good. thanks for the heads up :D
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