Are eight tracks enough to prove that we've got "it"? This is the question that Dynah, whether they were conscious of it or not, set out to answer in their recent EP, Wake. The verdict? Eight will do just fine, and I'm eagerly awaiting the rest.
The four-man group from Austin/Seattle possesses the invaluable talent of being able to write simple, catchy rock songs that never get bogged down in the "art" of rock. They are unashamedly uncomplicated, without over-production or slick studio effects. Sonically, the album is comparable to a much-stripped-down Radiohead or U2, minus the self-importance. These days, an alt/rock, alt/Brit-pop, alt/anything band is in danger of being lost in a sea of like sounds. Dynah rises above with smart, adaptable lyrics, the kind which know when to keep it simple and let a tune do the work, or when to come together with a piano to get some more pathos pumping, like on the opening of "Mistakes". The end result is a healthy mix of rocking, dancing, and emoting that just doesn't seem to get old, no matter how many repeats you get through.
Dynah is poised to garner more attention, with a knack for writing hooks that stick and songs that sound ready-made for an audience. Already one of the most successful emerging Austin/Seattle artists, Dynah could grab even more of a spotlight if they continue to produce quality music like this.
-Adam LeFave
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