1,2,3 - Work

Favorite lyrics: There's one word that I would say to you, and it's a good word.

We saw 1,2,3 this week as an opening act for Yellow Ostrich, who we were really excited to see. We were casually sitting in tavern chairs and waiting for them to take the stage, not knowing that in three seconds 1,2,3's melodies would be some we'd be listening to nonstop for the next few days. We hadn't been this excited to buy a band's album in a while, despite the cover being distinctly creepy, because the taste of it that they played at the Beachland Tavern was infectious. Each of their songs has a different vibe, from old school rock to prom night slow dance to culturally-inspired intros; their music changes pace with each song, but they're not a new band still trying to find their sound - it's more like they're a band that can take any sound and make it theirs. They have well-written lyrics and a vocalist that sings in and out of his own voice, from subtle moans to falsetto growls. Mixed with some guitar work that grinds along your shoulder blades, drumming that makes you unconsciously tap along, and some tambourine/sleigh bells that rattle your mind, 1,2,3 knows how to serve some good music.

Glitter Pox rating: 98% contagious

Hope you catch it,
The Glitter Pox