We recorded Anise & Anisette, throughtout the fall of 2006.
We're currently writing and recording.
People Say:
"[Bellman Barker's] old-school sound rife with breezy melodies and infectious hooks makes the band an irresistible blend of '70s rock and modern swagger" -The Washington Post Express
"The obvious highlight is "Molly Maroon," a very Belle & Sebastian-esque twee-pop shuffle, complete with affected vocals. The hand claps and backing chorus in the song's final minute work perfectly and push the tune from cute to nearly irresistible." -Washingtonpost.com
"'Anise & Anisette' displays the eclectic talents of Bellman Barker: the confidence in their songwriting, hook after wonderful hook, the soft, yet assured delivery of the vocals, and their ability to revel in their songs’ sunny demeanors without coming across as saccharine sweet. For a debut EP, this is impressive stuff. It won’t be long before this band’s infectious ‘60s-style indie-pop starts making serious waves. The future is wide open for Bellman Barker." -On Tap Magazine
"Anybody who is familiar with my personal musical taste, knows how much of a feat it is for Bellman Barker to get a nod on my best of list. This EP is full of catchy, sun-drenched pop. The thing that makes these songs stand out, is the substance that exists behind them. Sugar usually washes away pretty quickly, but not in this case." -Instrumental Analysis
"DC's own Bellman Barker churns out the kind of heartfelt, summer-friendly indie pop that makes you want to hold hands and barbecue while listening to 'Molly Maroon' on repeat." -Panda Head
"...I remember thinking 'Super fun, yet oddly heartfelt' as I tapped my toes and definitely felt a hand clapping urge (which, in my opinion, is the sign of the highest of music quality)." -brightestyoungthings.com
You can pick up a copy from us:
or download mp3s from the good folks at Amie Street:
If you listen to XM radio, click here to request "Pockets" on channel 43, XMU.
Our 7/4 party @ the Red and the Black made weekly picks by the Washington Post’s Going out Guru’s and Dcist! If you’re in town, we hope you’ll come by and if you’re not, we hope you’ll help spread the word anyhow :) It’s a Name Your Cover show – as in pay what you want to get in the door and that cash is going to some great non-prof. organizations. The night will begin with a cover song contest – as in, show up with a tail shaking song in your heart and we’ll put a mic in your hands. Then we’re opening up the dance floor with some great DJs. Hope to see you there - we'll still be going long after the fireworks cool off!
Hey BB! What's shaking? Technically I'm making the myspace rounds for our new EP, but I can't help but point out that I'm practically neighbors with some of you. How do I know this? Am I totally creepy? Nah, I'm a friend of Maki's, which by association alone makes me quite fond of you all. Keep rockin! Maureen/Whiz Bang Three
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