A Band Review by Dr. Pete Venkman:
The Animations are out of Chico California and up front these guys tell you on their website that they are heavily influenced by people that make bad decisions. No doubt you would have to question the decision-making ability of any band only made up of TWO PEOPLE; that’s right only two band members, one guitarist/vocalist (Beau) and a drummer/vocalist (Sean)…that’s it.
The craziest thing about the Animations is that these guys work supremely well with their offbeat, comical stage presence and stellar musicianship – you would have to be in order to carry any audience with a two-piece.
Speaking of two pieces…I was privileged enough to see the Animations at Club My Place a month back or so – and the ladies in attendance were amazing (JP I recommend you institute a some kind of bikini/wet t-shirt contest on Saturday nights – just a hint)…ok well now I am sounding like the creepy ice cream guy…so back to the Animations.
Beau and Sean blend an indie, pop, rock vibe together into some great tunes. I can describe the Animations sound and presence as sort of like taking REM and giving them a sense of humor, and then mating them with the Barenaked Ladies. Add some residual epidural effects to this newly spawned love-child and there you have the Animations.
Particularly noteworthy are their tunes SM, 1 Hit Wonder and Mushroom Caps…not only will these songs become part of your everyday playlist – but they will also have you cracking up.
Did you guys put that video up to honor us? We'll have to sing a song just for you at a show with you guys. we have us and just you, or there's one other band that could join and make it a threesome. they're pretty cool too.
The Good News: You listened to your fans and played a Chico show!! The Bad News: I was taken out by Swine Flu that night and couldn't drag myself there! Ahhhhh!!!!!
Sorry I didn't make it out to Vega's on Sunday. I ended up getting called into 98 Rock by Save and Continue that night to promo the show SacMusicRocks is hosting on Sept 19th. I was actually on my way out the door to go to Old Sac when Billy called me and asked me to meet him at the Radio Station. I was like FUCK! lol But it was nice to see you guys Friday and i will make sure to catch ya next time you are in town.
Send me your email again so I can send you the jpeg for the flyer. I'd like if you could post the flyer on your myspace page to promote the event. Invite everyone you know to show up. I'm looking forward to hearing you guys rock the party!
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