The Drums are a New York based band who came together in late 2008. "Let's Go Surfing" has nothing to do with surfing but more to do with the spirit behind it. From the first beat your foot will be tapping away, madly. It's just too feel good to be true.
Although not listed as an influence, to me there was an element of The Beach Boys about them. No, not because of the surfing reference in their song title but more because of the effortless upbeat and happy vibe oozing out from them. You'd be a cold hearted individual not to find your leg twitching in time. Dare I say, there's a touch of The Beatles in there, too? You'll definitely hear bits of the old Joy Division floating about.
I know next to nothing else about them other than what I've heard from their Summertime! EP - which I like and going by that I'd say they'll do well this year. If they don't it'll be some heinous crime and I'll cry into my Cheerios.
Tune in, stand back and watch out.
~SourthernHeart
Listening to: The Drums - Let's Go Surfing
As you know, I've been listening to The Drums for a while, I find they're similar to the last band I posted about, Surfer Blood.
ReplyDeleteEither way they definitely have that Beach Boys sound about them. Just a bit more.. Rowdy? than the beach boys. Especially with the song Don't be a jerk, Johnny. They're capable of writing beautiful songs as well, I Felt Stupid is an "indie" classic.
A new album is coming up too!
Also, they're brilliant live. I saw them last night :p