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"melodic, but
potent," "jangly, catchy, but never offensive power
pop," "shimmering," "soulful," and "lyrical" are
just a few of the phrases that have been used to
describe Remember the Ocean, a South Florida
band poised to break into the nation's musical
consciousness. Remember the Ocean, which has
performed with such notable acts as Ani DiFranco,
Will Hoge, and Lisa Loeb, is that rarest
of new bands: a synthesis of artistry and integrity,
substance and style.
Recalling such bands
as The Sundays, Sarah McLachlan,
Cowboy Junkies, and Low, lead singer
Kristin Larkin's exquisitely performed lyrics manage
to convey both wry self-awareness and a warm
poignancy, while finding the perfect accompaniment
in Earl Coralluzzo's rich and expressive
musicianship. The band, while based in South
Florida, also performs regularly in Larkin's home
state of Tennessee, and has sold thousands of
records while garnering glowing local and national
reviews, and a growing fan base, in both areas.
Although informed by
such complex and diverse influences as Pete Yorn,
Innocence Mission,
Red House Painters, and The Cure, their
music is never derivative. Their originality and
talent has not gone unnoticed; their first
recording, "Ruth," was voted Best Recording Debut in
South Florida by New Times. Potential
singles from their latest recording, such as
"Natchez Trace," "I Will Go On," "Canterbury's
Song," "Become," and "Ghost Parade," are certain not
only to continue, but also to increase, Remember the
Ocean's popular and critical acclaim.
Already having toured parts of
the southeastern United States, Remember the Ocean is anticipating the
introduction of their music to a wider audience across the country.
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Remember the Ocean's "Ruth" named best recording of 2002 by
New Times Best of Broward/Palm Beach.
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"...are
you tired of being offended by crass lyrics, misogynistic,
phallocentric stage shows, and bombarded with the generally
lazy songwriting that seems to saturate the scene? Well,
RTO is one of those bands that won't offend anyone, ever
, it just can't... "Tomorrow After Dark" combines lush guitar
strumming, pedal steel, and tight percussion with warm breathy
vocals for a picturesque experience akin to driving through
Connecticut in October..."
- New Times, review of "Tomorrow After Dark"
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atmospheric roots-pop outfit" Dream-Pop |
"...acoustic
pop for the new century... Nothing is overdone or
inappropriately emphasized, in some cases the effect is
nearly nostalgic. Remember the Ocean could easily
be a top 40 type band, but they have that major cool of
say someone like, Elvis Costello or Sinead O'Conner.
They make serious music with quality production, but without
the cheesy lyrics. If this band doesn't make it than
it really is a wasteland in top 40'sville. Join them
in their melodic, but potent, college radio cartwheel."
- Kissing the Cat/Splendid Indie Magazine, review of "Ruth"
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well-produced
and mixed solid album that provides enjoyment, a memorable
voice, and songs that you will catch yourself singing hours
later, plus intelligent lyrics and creative arrangements.
Review of "Ruth" (Delusions of Adequacy) |
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