SONG REVIEW 🎵📝 IT BAND - MUSIC



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IT BAND - MUSIC
Rock
CA, US

Overall Impression: California rockers the IT BAND pay homage to the very concepts of melody and rhythm, with their aptly titled release of "MUSIC." Clocking in at nearly seven minutes, this epic downtempo track features a lush neo-psychedelic sound that's fueled by richly layered male vocal harmonies, thick billowy synths and minor-keyed guitar arpeggiations, while the drums lay down a purposefully languid 12/8 groove. Brilliant lead guitar work and trippy flutes head up the instrumental solo sections, adding additional flavor. Intrepid rock fans, particularly progressive and post-rock enthusiasts, will revel in the surreal sounds and retro vibes of the IT BAND's "MUSIC".

 Strongest Point(s): Excellent production, outstanding mix. Great tonal balance and use of stereo space. Fantastic vibe, really captures that mid 70's rock sound. Nice synth organ. Love the flute, very cool processing on it. Guitar leads sound phenomenal, gorgeous tone. The drums are mixed nice and dry, perfect for this style. Vocals sound terrific, clear and present with excellent width. Great stacking there as well. Lyrical content is on point, I really liked the "Life would be a crime.. " hook. Love the little "Doppler effect" tag at the end. All in all, this is a tremendous track that is both well conceived and well executed. Should have no problem finding an audience eager to take the journey. Stellar work by everyone involved!

 Target Audience Appeal: Fans of Rock, Pop/Rock, Prog-Rock, Post-Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, Indie/Alternative Rock

 Artist target suggestions: Pink Floyd, The War on Drugs, Queensryche, Radiohead, The Alan Parsons Project, Yes, Jethro Tull, Hawkwind, The Killers, April Wine, Black Sabbath, Camel, Ozric Tentacles, Blue Oyster Cult, Blue Cheer, Genesis, Comets on Fire, Porcupine Tree, Tangerine Dream, Tame Impala, My Morning Jacket, King Crimson

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About the Reviewer:
Steven Azami is a multi-instrumentalist with over 25 years of experience in the music industry. Both as a touring/session player and as a producer, his career has spanned nearly every genre from bluegrass to jazz, from rock to reggae. In addition, his work as a music educator has allowed him to cultivate and foster talent among the next generation of musical explorers

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