* Soak the Kinks in cheap booze, reignite the Stooges' strut...gritty-yet-hazy rock music. (SPIN)
* Swampy guitars, twitchy rhythms, and power-pop vocal harmonies! (PitchforkMedia.com)
* Breakout stars. (Filter Magazine)
The Blakes, praised by Pitchfork for their "swampy guitars, twitchy rhythms and power pop vocal harmonies", recall the stinging catchiness of early Who, Kinks, and other spitfire rock bands.
With the influences of Hank Williams and Brian Wilson hanging from their sleeves, brothers Garnet and Snow Keim busked across America, scribbling songs in hostels and motel bathrooms, en route to Seattle. There they met animalistic, drummer Bob Husak in a local coffee shop, and The Blakes were born. The dynamic threesome hit the road and have been bringing gritty rock and roll to the masses ever since. Mixed and mastered by Martin Feveyear (Kings of Leon, Cornershop, Mudhoney), the band's single has arrived in the form of a limited edition 7" featuring the raucous growl of "Two Times" and the poppy burst of non-album b-side "Die."
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The Blakes, praised by Pitchfork for their "swampy guitars, twitchy rhythms and power pop vocal harmonies", recall the stinging catchiness of early Who, Kinks, and other spitfire rock bands.
There's a fine line between inspiration and imitation and as The Blakes have shown in their brief career, they know exactly how to keep on the good side of the equation. Although their debut album was steeped in Detroit style Rock 'N' Roll, they were able to avoid The Iggy imitator trap by mixing in more modern sounds along with their take on fiery, Detroit style Rock 'N' Roll. On "Basket," a new track taken from a recent iTunes Session, The Blakes have left the Motor City, for a more Southern oriented sound, much like the Stones did with their interpretations of American country and roots music. While "Basket" may inspire that immediate connection to The Stones, The Blakes safely steer clear of imitation, and make this mid tempo groove all their own.
MP3: The Blakes - Basket
"Basket" appears with a handful of other new tracks by The Blakes on their recently released iTunes Session.
We had a great time playing with you at TTs. I've been playing that album you gave me non stop, it's very rare to get an album that you can listen to all the way through but really, every song on that record is great. Hopefully we'll be able to play again together somewhere down the line and good luck with the rest of your tour!
hey it's a Port Angeles kid, just no longer living there. If you guys ever make your way to Oregon let me know and I'll take some friends to experience your sound. -Justin
Wanted to pass the word along that we're now in the market for a second guitarist. If you know anyone back in Seattle looking for a project, have them stop by our page and drop us a line.
hey thanks for the add! i really loved your music, especially "don't bother me" and "so easy". there's an awesome beat and energy that just makes you want to get up and dance. really awesome!
don't know if it's possible any time soon but since i'm like overseas and the populace is all about some crazy arabic music stuff it might be cool to get the new album from itunes.
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