David Brusie (guitar, vocals, piano, saxophone),
Simon Hutchinson (bass),
Jesse Fox (percussion)
Influences
Aimee Mann, Elvis Costello, Elliott Smith, The Beatles, Wilco, Weezer, Paul Simon, Ani Difranco, Warren Zevon, R.E.M., Bruce Springsteen, The Clash, They Might Be Giants, Randy Newman, The Replacements, The Mountain Goats, Sufjan Stevens, Stephin Merritt, David Byrne
Buy Flyover Statehere! David Brusie returns with his second record, Flyover State, which resonates with the same folk fragility and pop sensibilities that made his debut a fan favorite. The new album possesses incredible breadth, showcasing short, classic folk-pop gems.
More than anything else, the album highlights David’s evolution as an artist. Recording started in the fall of 2006, though many of the songs were written in late 2004 and early 2005, shortly after his father passed away and David was in the midst of a cross-country move with his wife. As he wrote songs about his dad’s passing, it was clear that much of the record would focus on loss and the mourning process itself. It also became clear that some songs ("Spaceman" and "Everything Is Different," for example) had nothing whatsoever to do with death, resulting in an incredibly personal album with universal flourishes and touches of unexpected humor.
A major theme of this record is dislocation, both physically and mentally. The American Midwest is vastly different from the small town New England of David’s youth, and arriving there so soon after his father's death had a profound impact. Despite the circumstances, the experience wasn’t entirely negative, and writing these songs in Minnesota was a great exercise. Accordingly, many of these songs sound vastly different from what David’s written before both in subject matter and overall production.
Drummer Jesse Fox and bassist Simon Hutchinson, who David knew from college, provide the rhythm section on Flyover State. They recorded their parts from afar – Simon in Tokyo and Jesse in Portland, Oregon - and ended up making changes that were integral to the final songs. In the chorus of "Fort Wayne," for example, Jesse cuts the rhythm in half, slowing things down a bit. David hadn't planned on this, but he admits it was a huge improvement. Producer Josh Baesler, a professional singer and musician, also made significant contributions to songs.
Flyover State is not to be missed.
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Yo Friend! Bouch from Dante's Lounge here. I wanted to let you know that we just posted two songs from our new album entitled "TRANSPARENT SCARS" on our music player. When ya get a chance, give these trax a spin and check out the new merch on our website at www.danteslounge.com Let us know what ya think. Hope to cya at some shows this summer.
Yo Friend! Bouch from Dante's Lounge here. I wanted to let you know that we just posted two songs from our new album entitled "TRANSPARENT SCARS" on our music player. When ya get a chance, give these trax a spin and check out the new merch on our website at www.danteslounge.com Let us know what ya think. Hope to cya at some shows this summer.
A brutal night of original music, and a chance for fans to lay down their support for live broadcasting of independents in the twin cities. Tonight, March 2. Kitty Cat. It won't be the same party without you. Hockey gear optional.
A brutal night of original music, and a chance for fans to lay down their support for live broadcasting of independents in the twin cities. Monday, March 2. Kitty Cat. It won't be the same party without you.
So good to hear you perform your new songs last Friday. You may have changed my views on The Mountain Goats. And thanks so much for having me play. I enjoyed it oh so much.
