For sure! Glad you dig Tim's music—he's always been a huge talent. Prior to this solo album he fronted the band Summercamp. And I'm currently involved with the re-issue of his first band Popsicko's only album "Off to a Bad Start" from 1995. You can hear his song "Same Old Me" on this digital single: https://bigstirrecords.bandcamp.com/track/same-old-me
And of course the follow up was great too. John’s first solo project was the John Faye Power Trip, that’s on Spotify, and that’s especially good. After that he formed Ike.
I was lucky enough to see The Exploding Hearts live a couple of days before the van crash that killed three band members. They were headed for stardom, no doubt about it, and I'd rank that record in the top five of anything that's come out in the last 20 years.
Welcome Interstate Managers and Electric Version were my introductions to those bands. I read a review of EV somewhere (CMJ?) that convinced me to buy it without hearing a note. Boy, did that pay off!
The Waking Hours and Tim Cullen are new to me - will definitely check them out!
Here are TEN more AMAZING power pop efforts from '03. Every one of them compulsory listening. Dig in, enjoy and share your thoughts. Anything float your boat?
Hey, Steve. Thanks for turning me on to Tim Cullen. Never heard of him, but I love his stuff. Is he still recording?
For sure! Glad you dig Tim's music—he's always been a huge talent. Prior to this solo album he fronted the band Summercamp. And I'm currently involved with the re-issue of his first band Popsicko's only album "Off to a Bad Start" from 1995. You can hear his song "Same Old Me" on this digital single: https://bigstirrecords.bandcamp.com/track/same-old-me
I think he mostly works behind the scenes as a songwriter these days.
I'd add the album Parallel Universe by Ike, which was John Faye's solo project, he was the lead singer of the Caulfields, who put out two great LP's
Great addition! Going to listen...
I had no idea this even existed. I was a huge fan of Whirligig. Well, still am. Will have to check this out.
And of course the follow up was great too. John’s first solo project was the John Faye Power Trip, that’s on Spotify, and that’s especially good. After that he formed Ike.
Thanks for the info!
Great list! I'd add Rooney's debut, Rooney.
Thanks! Good call. That Rooney album is great.
I was lucky enough to see The Exploding Hearts live a couple of days before the van crash that killed three band members. They were headed for stardom, no doubt about it, and I'd rank that record in the top five of anything that's come out in the last 20 years.
It's a fantastic album, and a really tragic story.
Welcome Interstate Managers and Electric Version were my introductions to those bands. I read a review of EV somewhere (CMJ?) that convinced me to buy it without hearing a note. Boy, did that pay off!
The Waking Hours and Tim Cullen are new to me - will definitely check them out!
I think you're gonna dig them!
Cage the Elephant, Melophobia.
Arcade Fire, Reflektor
I find 2003 to be a somewhat less than stellar year for my ears. All the power to ya if it's a cherished year for your ears.
Here are TEN more AMAZING power pop efforts from '03. Every one of them compulsory listening. Dig in, enjoy and share your thoughts. Anything float your boat?
40ft Ringo - Funny Thing
AM Radio - Radioactive
The Androids - The Androids
The Honeydogs - 10,000 Years
Hotsocky - Hotsocky
Melodine - Out Of Your Hands
Miles - Don't Let The Cold In
Ok Go - Ok Go
Stereo 360 - Enjoy Your Life Poolside
True Love - I Was Accident
Thanks! Love seeing AM Radio on there.