The Washington DC-based band includes the Holladay brothers – formerly of the Epochs.
From the press release:
Bluebrain is the new project from brothers Hays Holladay & Ryan Holladay. While preparing to release their debut LP, Soft Power, they've been busy with other projects you've likely already come across. As producers, they've worked with various artists, remixing tracks from Ra Ra Riot and The Death Set. They've also performed live as past projects (most recently The Epochs) with Spank Rock, Lady Sovereign, The Walkmen, and The Violet Femmes.
As The Epochs, the brothers were based in Brooklyn, garnering much attention locally and nationally for their unique sound and their rollicking live show. Now as a duo, they've returned to their hometown of Washington DC, turning the production spotlight on themselves once again to create Bluebrain's debut LP, Soft Power.
Bluebrain's sound is a slight departure from The Epochs' electronic-tinged rock. On Soft Power we see Hays and Ryan venture further into experimental realms, pushing the limits of pop music by way of manipulation and reimagination. The album is sprawling--intent on not staying in one place musically for very long. From the seething string arrangements found on "Caught Up In The Laughter" to the pummeling rhythm of "Ten by Ten", Bluebrain gracefully moves in and out of musical styles with a confidence few artists convey. Lyrical content varies from the fantastical to the macabre. Songs about obsessive behaviors, lucid dreaming, and yes--even organ harvesting-- go hand in hand with the unique sonics found on the record.
The first single from Soft Power is "Ten By Ten". It is available now for purchase on iTunes along with additional tracks "Caught Up In The Laughter" from Soft Power, and b-side, "Bring Out Your Dead".
http://bluebrainmusic.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/BLUEBRAIN/76318991184
http://bluebrain.bandcamp.com/
http://www.myspace.com/bluebrainbluebrain
Along with their new album, Bluebrain has created a live set that is as dancable as it is imaginative, including some of the most off-the-wall video projections you're likely to see all year. The brothers have put together a series of smart local shows, the first of which is JULY 25 and totally FREE to the public. If you're local, we encourage you to please attend! This show WILL be talked about. You don't want to miss out!
Info for the upcoming show:
Bluebrain Live at Comet (5037 Connecticut Ave NW)
w/ Local DJ (and last years Karaoke Championship runner-up) Alfonso Bravo closing the night!
Saturday, July 25th
Doors at 8:00 PM
All Ages.
**Drink specials all night long & outdoor ping-pong**
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