Oh Snap - EP
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Philmont North Carolina based pop punk band Philmont’s EP “Oh Snap” is by far one of the most thought provoking and catchy albums I’ve heard this year. Even though this is only a sample of what the band has to...
Above The Golden State
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Above The Golden State In a world where emo bands, gangster rap, and hardcore heavy metal are king, Above the Golden State’s melodic power pop debut is a breath of fresh air, or music I suppose.
The lyrics are sing-a-long...
The surf-rock answer to my prayers | Posted June-09-2009
In a world where emo bands, gangster rap, and hardcore heavy metal are king, Above the Golden State’s melodic power pop debut is a breath of fresh air, or music I suppose.
The lyrics are sing-a-long amazing, guaranteeing you’ll be humming the tunes long after you listen to the CD. Any fan of mid-90s Weezer, The Beatles, or The Beach Boys would be proud to call themselves a fan of Above the Golden State as well. With intelligent song writing and guitar skills from front-man Michael Watson, the intoxicating keyboard playing of Tim Aylward, and precise drumming from Brook Mosser who can stop these guys?
Not only are they skillful musicians, they also display an unbridled love and admiration for God both in lyrical content and the way they live their lives. With that type of power fueling this band’s every move, there is only one way to go, and that’s up.
Even though this is their first run out, I guarantee we haven’t seen the last of Above the Golden State, and I personally can not wait to see what they come out with next!
Pop punk music with melodic tones | Posted June-09-2009
North Carolina based pop punk band Philmont’s EP “Oh Snap” is by far one of the most thought provoking and catchy albums I’ve heard this year. Even though this is only a sample of what the band has to offer, I can already tell that these guys are going somewhere.
With drives and riffs to make any punk rocker happy, Philmont also offers up melodic choruses that make their way to your heart. You will be sure to have your face melted off with the catchy, yet rocker friendly “The Difference.” But, be prepared to reveal your softer side as you mellow out on and ponder the lyrics of “Another Name.” Both of these tracks, along with the four others on this album, offer up a bit of something for every rocker at heart.
My suggestions, get this album now, then go to a show and get an autograph. Trust me, you’ll want it because these guys are going to be big.
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