Twee:
Pronunciation: /twē/
Function: adjective
Etymology: baby-talk alteration of sweet
Definition: affectedly or excessively dainty, delicate, cute, or quaint
"Turn Up The Sound favorites, The Twees, recently released their new EP...and it's fantastic! Their EP entitled 'Lessons To Connect', mixes pop and indie rock reminding you of a mixture of The Strokes and Franz Ferdinand, 'Full Circle' showcases this comparison the most out of all the songs. Head bopping beats and catchy lyrics make 'Lessons To Connect' one of the years best releases, it's a shame more people have yet to have discovered The Twees. 'Full Circle', 'Different Pages', 'Start Again' and 'Lessons to Connect' are the songs that make up the EP, each one stands out in their own unique way. The Twees have it down to a science, they have written songs worth listening to, songs that are sure to catch your attention. We're telling you, The Twees are going places, it's best you join them."
-turnupthesound.ning.com
"They’ve only been performing together a year which is hard to tell when you see them live because they are so cohesive as a group. They sound just as polished on stage as they do in their recordings. The lads, who are 17-19 years old, have impeccable confidence and amazing stage presence."
-indiebandguru.wordpress.com
"The three guys in this band have what might best be described as a New York City sound. Their music draws heavily from artists like Lou Reed and early Talking Heads. Cool thumpy rhythms combine with strange staccato guitars and reserved spoken/sung vocals. Hard to rate an EP this short...but our initial reaction is that these guys ROCK"
-babysue.com
"It has been too long since I have heard great East Coast rock. Competing against some of the all time greats can be a challenging road for the average New York City act. If the Twees were hitting for average, they'd be leading the league...Lessons to Connect has all the elements of the great 1970's NYC acts that revolutionized music as we heard it. Stripped away are the mundane production tricks and mediocre writing that plagues our industry, replaced by musicianship born from vintage rock influences mixed with lyrics that would have had Debbie Harry on her band's case to make something better...
Different Pages is the best song I have heard during my early career with this magazine. Taking the listener on a personal journey of rejection followed by redemption, it is the perfect cut for someone to listen to when they're not sure if life's worth living, a guaranteed Top 10 college hit within months.
Did I grow up on the East Coast? Sure. Does it alter my ability to criticize less than stellar music? Not at all. Of course, that's not a problem I'm facing at the moment, I just spent the last few hours listening to "Lessons to Connect" by the Twees. It wouldn't be a bad idea for you to do the same."
**We received a 5 out of 5 stars on the EP**
-www.cashboxmagazine.com
"A garage-rock that sounds like The Strokes, courtesy of The Twees"
-www.avclub.com/newyork
"Four beautiful pop songs with ringing guitars, vocals and rhythms that recall how beautiful it is to be a New Yorker"
-tospitmetaparaxena.blogspot.com
"With a name like “The Twees” there’s no getting around these NYC youngsters being the go-getting indie/pop/post-punk. But that’s too easy and there is something really worthwhile about these dudes, their chirpy guitars recall something of Fool’s Gold (afro-beat) variety. However, the Jason Abrishami’s vocals dial notions of a young Lou Reed, with more emotive qualities. There are moments verging on “Lo-Fi” in their older tracks, and some more punchy math type guitars, always accompanied by Logan Sorrentino consistent drums. The highlights are when they loosen up by vocal distortion through emphasis (refer to I’m Not Saying). The new EP signifies a serious turn for these gentlemen, they are making music for the pop-kids of now. Above all of these is that the Twees are young dudes, who still have things to prove, which will be no major feat for them, listen to them while you lick the salt before the tequila."
-livinginatree.com
"The Twees hail from mighty Long Island and carry on the venerable New York tradition of fun, hip and cocky rock-n-roll. The snaking guitars recall Television while the influence of a certain millennial NYC hipster rock band is clear. The Twees make it all their own with popping post-punk bass and shuffling percussion. Already a force in the local rock scene, these guys are poised for national attention. The Twees was selected as the GIMMESOUND Choice for the Brooklyn GIMMESOUND.COM GiveBack Live Music Series."
-gimmesound.com
we're getting back to normal. we've been recording and all that good stuff getting ready for a comeback, also trying to think of a new name because there's 94536 other young liars we didn't really think the name through too well. any name suggestions?! haha. glad to hear you guys are doing well!
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