"I always figured cats could read minds, but it wasn’t until hearing “Little Boats” that I believed in the power of the Psychic Feline. “They spawned the jam band movement, which would come to include bands like Phish, String Cheese Incident, and Blues Traveler who carried the psych-noodling torch to subsequent generations” the band writes about themselves, and although they might have their timeline a little messed up, their influential peers are spot on.
Their sound is organic and imprecise, confident but wandering. Even on their four track cassette “Tape”, Psychic Feline show off an amazing array of talent. Released in January 2011 by Worm Tapes, the band’s first release is still some of their most impressive work. Lead track “Little Boats” showcases lead singer Bob Desaulniers’ gruff but mellow vocals, as drummer Sydney Roth keeps pace with quick but sparse snare taps. And as the guitar backing comes in, “Little Boats” begins to take shape as a truly great psych rock jam. Each component on the track is simple on its own terms, but together they form gorgeous landscapes of minimal rock that’s truly atmospheric while not taking itself too seriously.
On their second release of the year, a 7” EP on Highfives and Handshakes, they take a more instrumental and experimental approach, focusing on unique song structure rather than some of the more indie rock stylings of “Tape”. On “Vampires” it’s the visceral and angry guitar chords that are most apparent, not the vocals or percussion arrangements. It’s not as if the band departs from what they do best, it’s simply that Psychic Feline show their range of motion here, crafting songs that are sometimes reminiscent of The White Stripes or the ‘90s grunge scene, while all the while remaining fascinating and fun. Both releases encompass the band’s sound in one way or another, and it’s up to the listener to decide upon that stye for themselves. “Little Boats” is both indie rock chic and left field psych, while “Vampires” is equally androgynous. No matter what you make of the band or how you hear their music, Psychic Feline are talented folks.
Psychic Feline also posses the most desired trait for an up and coming band, the ability to captivate an audience on any night of the week, no matter the size or location. I’ve had the pleasure of seeing them all over the town now, and not once have they disappointed, and it’s clear from the look on other audience members faces that Psychic Feline may just be the next great band from the historic Northwest. From the first smack of a tom or strum of a guitar, your toes are tapping and your mind spins, and that captivating intangible is not to be underestimated. As for what’s next, Psychic Feline will be recording a 7” at the end of the month on the newly minted Water Wing Records. If you live in Portland, you can catch them pretty frequently, but they’re also working to arrange out of town shows soon" (Read: listenbeforeyoubuy.net)
Their sound is organic and imprecise, confident but wandering. Even on their four track cassette “Tape”, Psychic Feline show off an amazing array of talent. Released in January 2011 by Worm Tapes, the band’s first release is still some of their most impressive work. Lead track “Little Boats” showcases lead singer Bob Desaulniers’ gruff but mellow vocals, as drummer Sydney Roth keeps pace with quick but sparse snare taps. And as the guitar backing comes in, “Little Boats” begins to take shape as a truly great psych rock jam. Each component on the track is simple on its own terms, but together they form gorgeous landscapes of minimal rock that’s truly atmospheric while not taking itself too seriously.
On their second release of the year, a 7” EP on Highfives and Handshakes, they take a more instrumental and experimental approach, focusing on unique song structure rather than some of the more indie rock stylings of “Tape”. On “Vampires” it’s the visceral and angry guitar chords that are most apparent, not the vocals or percussion arrangements. It’s not as if the band departs from what they do best, it’s simply that Psychic Feline show their range of motion here, crafting songs that are sometimes reminiscent of The White Stripes or the ‘90s grunge scene, while all the while remaining fascinating and fun. Both releases encompass the band’s sound in one way or another, and it’s up to the listener to decide upon that stye for themselves. “Little Boats” is both indie rock chic and left field psych, while “Vampires” is equally androgynous. No matter what you make of the band or how you hear their music, Psychic Feline are talented folks.
Psychic Feline also posses the most desired trait for an up and coming band, the ability to captivate an audience on any night of the week, no matter the size or location. I’ve had the pleasure of seeing them all over the town now, and not once have they disappointed, and it’s clear from the look on other audience members faces that Psychic Feline may just be the next great band from the historic Northwest. From the first smack of a tom or strum of a guitar, your toes are tapping and your mind spins, and that captivating intangible is not to be underestimated. As for what’s next, Psychic Feline will be recording a 7” at the end of the month on the newly minted Water Wing Records. If you live in Portland, you can catch them pretty frequently, but they’re also working to arrange out of town shows soon" (Read: listenbeforeyoubuy.net)
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