Written by: Chris DeMentoWell, what about it? The Moondoggies‘ Don’t Be a Stranger is truly bluesier than a lot of what gets called garage cuts these days, and I’m burned out again on the whole what-makes-indie-or-not so let’s cut to chase then and interrupt”–great album for rock and roll,” this Don’t be a Stranger, I [...]
Two bands from Seattle.Two bands whose names begin with M.Two bands that play west coast style roots rock / alt.country (yes, I still use that term).One excellent show.I am very please to hear a couple of bands who understand the mixture of electric and acoustic guitar with banjo and fiddle and such thrown in for good measure - not to mention harmony vocals. Still rock bands at their core - but...
Written by: Chris DeMentoWell, what about it? The Moondoggies‘ Don’t Be a Stranger is truly bluesier than a lot of what gets called garage cuts these days, and I’m burned out again on the whole what-makes-indie-or-not so let’s cut to chase then and interrupt”–great album for rock and roll,” this Don’t be a Stranger, I [...]
Two bands from Seattle.Two bands whose names begin with M.Two bands that play west coast style roots rock / alt.country (yes, I still use that term).One excellent show.I am very please to hear a couple of bands who understand the mixture of electric and acoustic guitar with banjo and fiddle and such thrown in for good measure - not to mention harmony vocals. Still rock bands at their core - but...
The Moondoggies may have one of the worst names in rock music, but dont let the phase you. A Seattle group that meshes alt-rock with gospel and country and just kills it.Dont Be A Stranger did not leave my car stereo for most of the summer. Filled with great songs and about ones struglle with faith and life. An incredible debut from a pretty young band. I really love the album artwork as well. ...