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To warm up the Yule Log for its showcase at the
DPUM on August 2, The Knew comes
out of the songwriting closet with a new EP, Boom
Bust, packing a whole album's worth
of energy into a small, convenient package.
Retaining their sense and sensibility for rockabilly-ish-esque
indie ditties, "Be Yourself" is a Kangaroo
Jack jump fest, bouncing with the free energy
of bra-less Dolly Parton during a 7.0 earthquake.
I'm guessing "Revolver" was the inspiration
behind the EP's artwork, but either way, this
track's loaded with plenty of slide guitar goodness.
But it's "Renaissance Man" that really
spotlights the band's progression over the years,
with a build up that will no doubt get the crowd
spilling their Old Style with complete disregard
for their pristine beer-cozys at this Saturday's
EP Bash at Hi-Dive.
myspace.com/theknew
-Kim Owens, July 25, 2008
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