MP3 The Kickbacks - Motel Stars
Rock - Pop - Americana
10 MP3 Songs
ROCK: Roots Rock, POP: Folky Pop
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For the past ten years The Kickbacks have blended rock, pop, indie, folk and hints of Americana into hook-filled songs that at times draw familiar comparisons, but are also instantly recognizable as their own. Led by singer/songwriter Tad Overbaugh, the band has released three prior albums: "Longitude" (1998), "Blue Mans Collar EP" (2000) and "Blindside View" (2002). Their last release "Blindside View", earned the band favorable reviews all over Europe, Japan and the USA.
The Kickback''s current release, "Motel Stars" (2006), produced by guitarist/multi-instrumentalist Steve Scott, is the latest snapshot of the band from 2003-2005. The new album keeps the band''s pop/rock/Americana sound intact, but also mixes in some ambient textures covering new ground. The band''s lineup is rounded out by Matt Arnold on bass and Perry James on drums.
The Band:
Tad Overbaugh - Vocals, Guitar, Tunes
Steve Scott - Guitar, Vocals, Keys, Producer
Matt Arnold - Bass
Perry James - Drums, Vocals
Here''s what they''re saying about "Motel Stars":
"Magnificently crafted pop/rock songs."
- Metronome Magazine (July 2006)
"One of the most underrated bands."
- https://www.tradebit.com (May 2006)
"An infectious and lively sonic brew of jangling, guitar-driven pop. Tunes hit your ears like ten perfectly-timed, three-minute jolts of electricity. A short walk to some of the highest quality pop-rock that your ears will ever enjoy."
- https://www.tradebit.comde (June 2006)
"Singer/songwriter, Tad Overbaugh has an ear for a compelling melody and a telling hook. Inspiring and imaginative compositions. An uplifting collection of intelligently composed and arranged tunes."
- https://www.tradebit.com (June 2006)