Feb 04 2010
Local Natives – Gorilla Manor
Local Natives
Gorilla Manor
Frenchkiss; 2010
Guest Contributor: Jen Broadwell
As if to say, “Let me introduce myself,” each band mate claims one of the staggering instrumental entrances of the opening track “Wide Eyes.” The simple, repeated melody of the guitar precedes the drums, the rhythm guitar, the percussive components, and finally the keyboard. It’s a creative way to say, “Hi. Here we are. Come, listen, and please buy our album and share it with your friends.” Gorilla Manor is the debut release by the deliberately redundant Local Natives. A mature blend of wistful symphonic euphony and inimitable drum patterns have generated predictions of widespread recognition for the five-piece indie rock band from Southern California.
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