At first blush The Dodos sound like everything you’ve ever loved in an indie folk pop outfit. On the second time around you realize that the quality of music they’ve created has forever raised the bar on just what a dynamic duo can produce. With Meric Long plucking his way through clever guitar arrangements and Logan Kroeber driving home every line with some great drum work this is easily the most exciting duo since Jack and Meg. And I mean that in a good way. The thing is that they’re not tied to a simple guitar and drum set. There is a depth and maturity here that defies the standard trappings of a two man band.
The first two tracks here hail from their upcoming album, Visiter (preorder), which will be released on my birthday, March 18. The third track is taken from their previous effort, Beware of the Maniacs (iTunes), and is just as good as any song I’ve ever heard. I personally can’t wait for their new album to drop.
mp3 : The Dodos - Jody
mp3 : The Dodos - Red and Purple
mp3 : The Dodos - Trades and Tariffs
If you want they’ll be travelling around some major markets in the US over the upcoming months. So get out and support this fine band.
on tour
Feb 28 - San Franscisco - Cafe du Nord
March 8 - Los Angeles - The Smell
March 9 - San Diego - The Elephant Bar
March 12-16 2008 - SXSW
March 19 - Ft. Worth - Lola’s
March 22 - Marfa - The Ballroom
March 22 - Houston - Mink
April 5 - New Haven - Cafe 9
April 10 - Bard College
April 19 - Indiana - Culture Shock Festival
April 20 - Lawrence - Replay Lounge
April 21 - Denver - Hi Dive
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Avoided listening to this band the other day becuase of their name… that was a mistake. They’re pretty good.
just wait till the end of february when, arguably, their best track yet will be included in my BOTM post.
I think that The Dodos are an amazing band. I actually found a bunch of awesome videos that they did. People should check them out to find out more about the band.
http://uncensoredinterview.com/artists/139-The-Dodos