The Cold Beat & Movers and Shakers – Split 7"
This is an upcoming split from two Boston based bands The Cold Beat and Movers & Shakers drumming up the old roots/Americana rock territory that immediately sends you thinking of the obvious comparisons. You know them; I don’t need to go through them. Anyway, The Cold Beat apparently already has an EP to their name titled Dumbwaiter. If it’s like the two songs on this split then I may very well be tracking that down. They seem to be playing it more towards the straight forward indie-rock line, with a couple songs here that throw some big melodies and a memorable chorus at you while still managing to get you feeling down and out. Although it’s not revolutionary by any means, it’s solid stuff. I can get behind a tune like “Tracks” just about anytime I hear it.
The Movers & Shakers side is definitely mining the alt-country of the past couple decades much harder than their companions here, however again it’s done tastefully. I would have to say “Movin’ On” wins out as far as their songs go. Although maybe not intentional, their style of play and general tone makes for a good contrast of emotions from side A to side B with The Cold Beat channeling a bit of desperation while Movers & Shakers provide a bit warmer sound with a glimmer of hope.
The Cold Beat – Tracks (stream)
Movers & Shakers – Movin’ On (stream)
Be on the lookout for this split come early January. In the meantime continue to check in on the bands for more information on this split and to pick up any previous material.
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