New York, NY (Top40 Charts/ Girlie Action Media & Marketing) Four years and five national tours since the release of their last album, The Grownup Noise's latest record, This Time With Feeling, has definitely proven itself to be worth the wait. Carefully blending elements of pop, folk and rock, the band bridges the gap between indie and Americana. The record was mixed in North Carolina by studio master Scott Solter(Spoon, Okkervil River). Fusing tranquil lyrics and harmonies with an assortment of orchestrated flourishes including cellos, pianos and accordions, all five members of The Grownup Noise are multi-instrumentalists.
"....blends sleepy melodies with guitarist-vocalist Paul Hansen's intelligent croon... "
- AV CLUB
" ...so genuine in its simple emotion that you can't help but embrace it."
- Boston Weekly Dig
"They're a band that revels in the beauty of a simple melody delivered with minimal enhancement for maximum emotional effect..."
- Tucson Weekly
The album opens with "Strawmen," a lush arrangement that evokes feelings of peace and clarity. The playful "Six Foot Solemn Oath" immediately launches into a duet lead by intertwining piano and strings. "Carnival" lifts the tempo with a powerful folk-rock hook and lyrics that tell the tale of a magical love. Sorrowful lead single "The Artist Type" boasts an irresistible melody, expertly uniting gentle string arrangements and booming piano.
Check out "The Artist Type" MP3 HERE.
The Grownup Noise will kick off a national summer tour in support of This Time With Feeling. Described by the Portland Press Herald as combining "smart lyrics with keen vocals" and adding that "its songs are doses of melodic sunshine," the Boston-based quintet offer a kinetic, emotional warmth. Catch them live in your city!
For more information on The Grownup Noise, contact:
Aleix Martinez - [email protected] - 212-989-2222 x136
Sarah Avrin - [email protected] - 212-989-2222 x118
The Grownup Noise Tour Dates:
7/31: Brooklyn, NY @ Rockshop
8/3: Philadelphia, PA @ Danger Danger Gallery
8/4: Washington, DC @ Velvet Lounge
8/5: Columbus, OH @ Kafe Kerouac
8/6: Louisville, KY @ Uncle Slayton's
8/7: Dayton, OH @ South Park Tavern
8/8: Chicago, IL @ Schubas
8/9: Nashville, TN @ Five Spot
8/11: Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive
8/16: Santa Cruz, CA - Daytime show
8/18: San Francisco, CA @ Hemlock Tavern
8/19: Sacramento, CA @ Distillery
8/23: Portland, OR @ Solar Panel Company - Daytime show
8/23: Portland, OR @ Knife Shop
8/24: Seattle, WA @ Hi-Dive
