Indie-folk mixed with gang vocals is a combination that seems to be making big waves lately. By coupling the combo with some bouncy backroom blues, the Ohio trio Poor Remy has been able to carve out quite a comfortable sound in their too-short-but-sweet Still Sleeping.
Sounding something like a fusion between a twangy version of Good Old War and the early, yelpy vocal stylings of Brand New, Still Sleeping is a lively, upbeat folk effort that can easily lodge itself in your brain. At times, without having listened to it for a few days, the bluesy chorus of the title track creeps back into my head, making me wonder how they’re able to craft such catchy tunes. The full-band-focused gang vocals of “Fever Lee” and “Drinking All Night” are also strikingly similar to Kishi Bashi‘s recent masterpiece 151a, and provide for some seriously addictive toe-tapping, rhythm-focused experiences.
Poor Remy sounds like a fun band to watch live. Their demeanor, both lyrically and musically, is upbeat and carefree – something that always translates well to the stage. Though I haven’t seen them live, photos and such hint at some good times to be had. Though the four short songs tend to blend together (because EP’s are like that), there’s no reason not to enjoy the pleasant melodies and vocal harmonies saturating Still Sleeping.
At the moment, it’s available as a pay-what-you-want download, so pick it up while you can. Hope they spend a bit more time in the studio next time and record a full length (which, according to their BC page, will be “in the coming months”).
Stand out tracks:
“Still Sleeping”
“Fever Lee”
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6 comments
Remy says:
Jun 27, 2012
great band, terrible name.
Leeleebelle says:
Jun 27, 2012
I saw them live at The Living Room in NYC – great show.
arkarsenal says:
Jun 28, 2012
Awesome! If that video above is any indication, I’m sure they put on a good show.
Folk at the Dekalb Market | Go Folk Yourself says:
Sep 4, 2012
[...] Artists Include: Julian and the Lopez Dispensers Ruby Rae Simple Minded Predators Poor Remy [...]
The Oh Hellos – Through the Deep, Dark Valley | Bandcamp's Best says:
Dec 12, 2012
[...] Sounds like: Bruce Peninsula, Mumford & Sons, Poor Remy [...]
Interview With Poor Remy says:
Dec 19, 2012
[...] New York’s iconic Washington Square park helped foster the birth and development of the folk music revival in the United States. To this day, it still draws musicians of every genre. As I was walking through Washington Square one day, I spied a three piece band. I stopped to listen, and I’m very glad I did. After they finished their set, I introduced myself, and now I’d like to introduce you to them. So, dear readers, I present you with an interview with the boys of Poor Remy. Read and enjoy, and be sure to check out their music. [...]