Matthew C. Clark Posted July 8, 2003 Share Posted July 8, 2003 I went to: www.pernicebrothers.com & they talk about music including the Raspberries, Big Star among others that they grew up listening to. It is on the discography page on the CD "Overcome By Happiness". Their latest CD is called "Yours, Mine And Ours" (which has fireworks on the cover) on Ashmont which Entertainment Weekly gave a B+ in this weeks issue which has the late Katherine Hepburn on the cover. It also has a sample on the CD in the current CMJ New Music Monthly magazine (New Pornographers on the cover) & a review which is recommend if you like Trust-era Elvis Costello, later Elliott Smith, Aimee Mann, Lloyd Cole & Wilco's "Summerteeth". I do not have the CD though. Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Allen Posted July 9, 2003 Share Posted July 9, 2003 Glad to see Matt's post re: Pernice Brothers. Anyone who frequents this site should run (not walk) to purchase the new 'Yours, Mine & Ours' CD, either from the band's site or at your fave retailer (Barnes & Noble stocks it). It is breathtakingly gorgeous...hooks like there's no tomorrow and melodies that will make you melt. Joe Pernice sounds like Colin Blunstone w/ just a dash of Elvis Costello thrown in. I didn't think they could top "Til the World Ends" - their last effort, but with this one they come pretty damn close. It is a rarity, at least in my opinion, to find a CD that is consistent from start to finish. Every tune in this package is A+. Would be curious to hear what others think.Bob AllenSyracuse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted July 9, 2003 Share Posted July 9, 2003 Bob I hold your musical opinions in high esteem so I think that I'll look out for the Pernice disc.MARVIN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierson Posted January 13, 2004 Share Posted January 13, 2004 The Pernice Brothers are highly recommended to fans of Elliott Smith, Nick Drake, Zombies, and Big Star. I actually think their latest, "Yours Mine & Ours" is the best album of the century, if not the best since 1996. I did go back to "The World Won't End" which, like their debut, "Overcome By Happiness" is an amazing effort. On "YM&O" they've upped the energy a little and the melodies are just to die for, not to mention Pernice's Blunstone-esque vocals which are always striking.Like most memorable underground pop bands The Pernice Bros are existing in a good amount of obscurity but have a fanbase that allows them to tour the world over.Other significant artists working the Pernice territory: Howie Beck (new album due out soon), Even Johansen (2001's "Quiet & Still" is a gorgeous masterwork), Chamber Strings, Johan, David Poe, Trash Can Sinatras (new LP, "Weightlifting" due out in spring--absolutely brilliant). All artists are worth seeking out on the net, especially the Trash Cans.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierson Posted January 13, 2004 Share Posted January 13, 2004 The Pernice Brothers are highly recommended to fans of Elliott Smith, Nick Drake, Zombies, and Big Star. I actually think their latest, "Yours Mine & Ours" is the best album of the century, if not the best since 1996. I did go back to "The World Won't End" which, like their debut, "Overcome By Happiness" is an amazing effort. On "YM&O" they've upped the energy a little and the melodies are just to die for, not to mention Pernice's Blunstone-esque vocals which are always striking.Like most memorable underground pop bands The Pernice Bros are existing in a good amount of obscurity but have a fanbase that allows them to tour the world over.Other significant artists working the Pernice territory: Howie Beck (new album due out soon), Even Johansen (2001's "Quiet & Still" is a gorgeous masterwork), Chamber Strings, Johan, David Poe, Trash Can Sinatras (new LP, "Weightlifting" due out in spring--absolutely brilliant). All artists are worth seeking out on the net, especially the Trash Cans.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggiesjc Posted January 13, 2004 Share Posted January 13, 2004 Pierson, I recently bought an early '90s Trash Can Sinatras CD, "I've Seen Everything," that I enjoy very much. Bought it for one song, and ended up liking most of the rest, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Why have I never heard of these guys.I must be outatouch.I'll have to check them out. Stu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Every bit that I've heard of the Pernice Bros is certainly pop heaven.Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 The little snipets on Amazon of the Trash Can Sinatras did not impress me much. Especially the vocals. Kind of drab. I need to hear more, I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Marvin, have you bought some Pernice Bros yet? I thought you were on the fence with those guys...By the way, I'm going to see Kyle Vincent twice in LA this weekend at his famous living room concerts. Such a deal at $10-$15 a performance to see Eric Carmen lite. I'm pissing him off with my politics on his website, but he knows I'm a big fan of his music. So he may not kick me out...Till I start running around naked again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggiesjc Posted January 14, 2004 Share Posted January 14, 2004 Tony, the song I wanted by the Trash Can Sinatras is called "Hayfever." I'd heard it on the radio years ago, and it finally occurred to me to look for it on the Internet, by searching for key lyrics I could remember and knowing the name of the group. I found the name of the song, found a CD that had the song on eBay, and now own it. That song really stands out for me, and I think you might like it, if you can find a sample on the Internet. I think these guys are from Scotland, so the "drab" vocals may reflect that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierson Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 The Trash Can Sinatras have their own website: trashcansinatras.com and have loads of stuff available to purchase.... i recently picked up their b-sides/rarities comp, "On A B Road' which collects all of their amazing b-sides and numerous radio and live performances... The best place for people to start is to see if their regular CDs ("Cake," "I've Seen Everything" and "A Happy Pocket") are available on places like eBay...They just finished their long overdue 4th LP ("Weightlifting") and are set to release it in the spring. In many ways they're better now than they ever were. A recent live performance at NYC's Fez was absolutley breathtaking. They did a stunning version of Paul McCartney's "Junk." His (Frank Reader) once "drab" voice is now very strong and unique, and something quite incredible, albeit in a softer sense (i.e. Colin Blunstone). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordharris Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 'The Weakest Shade Of Blue" The Pernice Brothers are great, I like their music Matt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted January 15, 2004 Share Posted January 15, 2004 Ah Tony you're making me very jealous by seeing Kyle. Pls pass on my sentiments and tell him that his biggest Canadian fan wishes him all the best.Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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