Saturday, January 5, 2013

Won't you be their Neighbour?



While clearly influenced by its home state's summer vibe, The Neighbourhood's EP I'm Sorry is anything but seasonal. The California quintet is brand spankin' new, with the May 2012 release its first (hopefully, of many). 

I know what you're thinking, but The Neighborhood isn't your typical collection of West Coast misfits with "pumped up kicks" trying to surf its way onto your iTunes with tired indie beats. Rather, front man Jesse Rutherford's experience in heavy metal bands and hip hop groups since the age of 13 give The Neighbourhood its obvious edge. Of his influence, Rutherford says "It happens very naturally, when I write while I am rapping over the melody." With this combination of pop, rock, hip hop and music videos that pay homage to film noir, the boys have earned a Neighourhood watch.  

You may recognize the band's first single, "Sweater Weather," although it was undoubtedly underplayed in most summer 2012 rotations. That video, as well as my other favorite "Female Robbery," are below for your viewing pleasure. 





My New York friends: if you like what you hear, the band is playing two shows mid-January. What's even more exciting than that? A ticket to see the band will cost its "hoodlums" less than their cab fares at an astonishing $12 a pop. Click here for more info. 


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