Our debut album is almost 3, and we figured that was as good a reason as any to have a show! Off Broadway, 3/3 (get it?). We'll be handing out free "Modernity" download cards to the first 100 people in the door, the show is only $8, and our good friends Union Tree Review and Volcanoes are also on the bill! It'll be your last chance to see us in STL until probably June- May at the earliest- so be there.
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Showing posts with label modernity. Show all posts
Thursday, February 9, 2012
"Modernity" 3rd Birthday Bash At Off Broadway!
Our debut album is almost 3, and we figured that was as good a reason as any to have a show! Off Broadway, 3/3 (get it?). We'll be handing out free "Modernity" download cards to the first 100 people in the door, the show is only $8, and our good friends Union Tree Review and Volcanoes are also on the bill! It'll be your last chance to see us in STL until probably June- May at the earliest- so be there.Tuesday, December 15, 2009
RFT Names "Modernity" Top Release Of 2009
Wow! Thanks to the RFT for naming Modernity as one of the top ten local releases of 2009! We are truly honored. Look for the follow-up in 2010!
In addition, you can now download the RFT's Local St. Louis Year-End MP3 Mix Tape, which includes The Blind Eyes' January! Plenty of other amazing bands are included (So Many Dynamos, Helium Tapes, Old Lights, and lots more), and it's FREE, so what're you waiting for?
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Modernity Now Available On Amazon
The Blind Eyes' debut album Modernity is now available for purchase at Amazon!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Modernity Gets Some Press
...But not the kind you're used to. Apparently, some people in the design community with exceptionally awesome taste have taken note of the packaging we used for the album! Here's a little blurb about it on Pressing Letters. The bottom line: when you purchase Modernity, you're not only getting a great album- you're getting a work of art.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Monday, August 31, 2009
Modernity Now Available Online At CD Baby
The Blind Eyes debut album "Modernity" is now available for download and purchase online at CD Baby! Looking for individual tracks? Download 'em for a mere 99 cents each! The album will be available soon on iTunes, Amazon, and more!
Friday, August 21, 2009
Brasil, 1957: An In-Depth Review
Those of you who know us personally know that The Blind Eyes are, first and foremost, modern architecture buffs. Check out this great review from beltstl.com for a great piece-by-piece breakdown of the song Brasil, 1957 from Modernity! Out of all the songs on the record, this is probably the one we get asked about the most ("what does it mean?" "what's that chorus say"?, etc). This reviewer does a fine job of analyzing it, and connecting a few not-so-obvious dots.
Speaking of Modernity- it will be available on iTunes, Amazon, CD Baby and much more in the coming weeks. Stay tuned!
Speaking of Modernity- it will be available on iTunes, Amazon, CD Baby and much more in the coming weeks. Stay tuned!
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Blind Eyes News- June 4th
This past couple of weeks have been full of cool happenings, and we owe it all to you:
Firstly, the album has been getting a ton of airplay. Thanks to our friends at KDHX for spinning it and we’re really glad you like it enough to play it as much as you do. Also, thanks again to our good friend (understatement of the century) Annie Zaleski for spinning us on, of all places, The Point! Our first bit of commercial airplay ever! Now we know what Nickelback feels like. Speaking of radio stuff, we had a blast playing live on Juxtaposition last night! For more on that, see the post below this one.
To that end, every copy of our album- plus all our t-shirts have sold out at Vintage Vinyl, were restocked, and are on their way to selling out again! Thanks to everyone that has gone out and picked one up. You guys are the best.
Plus, to everyone that has voted for us (or is planning to) in the 2009 Riverfront Times Music Awards for Best Pop Band- thanks again! Remember, you have until June 7th to cast your vote. Most importantly, make sure to come see us at the showcase- Cicero’s at 8 pm.
Cheers,tBE
Firstly, the album has been getting a ton of airplay. Thanks to our friends at KDHX for spinning it and we’re really glad you like it enough to play it as much as you do. Also, thanks again to our good friend (understatement of the century) Annie Zaleski for spinning us on, of all places, The Point! Our first bit of commercial airplay ever! Now we know what Nickelback feels like. Speaking of radio stuff, we had a blast playing live on Juxtaposition last night! For more on that, see the post below this one.
To that end, every copy of our album- plus all our t-shirts have sold out at Vintage Vinyl, were restocked, and are on their way to selling out again! Thanks to everyone that has gone out and picked one up. You guys are the best.
Plus, to everyone that has voted for us (or is planning to) in the 2009 Riverfront Times Music Awards for Best Pop Band- thanks again! Remember, you have until June 7th to cast your vote. Most importantly, make sure to come see us at the showcase- Cicero’s at 8 pm.
Cheers,tBE
Friday, April 3, 2009
Vintage Vinyl Window Display
The Blind Eyes Vintage Vinyl window display is up and will be there for the next month, maybe more! Go check it out, and while you're at it, head inside and buy a copy of Modernity and a t-shirt! Thanks again to Nate and Jason for helping make it happen. The picture shown at left is an insanely crappy cell-phone shot, but there will be better ones posted here soon.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Jason And Nate Fan Club
We at Blind Eyes HQ have got to take a second to acknowledge the awesome work of two of our close friends, Jason Potter and Nathan Prater who totally went above and beyond in putting together some awesome new stuff for us in a pinch. These will both be available for viewing soon in the front window of Vintage Vinyl (the yellow Modernity posters will be up soon in other spots around town), but here's a sneak peek. If you're in need of graphic design and/or print work, we seriously cannot recommend these two duedz enough.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Modernity Available Now At Vintage Vinyl
The Blind Eyes debut album, Modernity, is now available at Vintage Vinyl in University City! Want to hear it first? It's available for hearing at the listening station as well. Go check it out!And keep in mind, until we get the online-ordering thing figured out, you can simply send us an email at theblindeyes at gmail dot com to order CDs, T-shirts (like the one pictured on the striking gentleman to the left), pins, or whatever else- and we will respond right away. Guaranteed!
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Post-Rockist Album/Show Review
The Post-Rockist has published a great review of Modernity and the album release show. Click here for the full review including sample MP3s and video, or read below!
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At first, whenever anyone talked about the Blind Eyes, myself included, it seemed inevitable that someone would group the St. Louisans alongside the neatly-tailored English pop of the Jam and Elvis Costello, or occasionally next to the slightly more rambunctious Thin Lizzy of Ireland. But for all the mod aspirations implied by the title of their debut album, Modernity, there’s not a hint of dandyism or faux-Union Jack banner waving insincerity. Instead, we get an even dozen of crisp, catchy-as-all-hell pop songs that may nod their cap at the legends of the past, but keep moving forward in a brisk strut.
I was at the album release party for Modernity this past Friday at the Firebird, and it was great to see such a wide turnout for a local band of their size. It was a mixed crowd of bar scene regulars, reporters, and casual music fans who made the commute to downtown for the evening. A few people mentioned to me that it was exactly what this city needs more of: a full bar on a Friday night filled with curious listeners and fantastic bands. (Note to self: bring more cash in hand next time the ACBs from Kansas City are in town.) But I think the turnout really speaks to the Blind Eyes’ crossover potential: they’re familiar without being reductive, fun without being sappy, edgy without being difficult.
On record, I was struck by how much the Blind Eyes sound like the early Strokes; the main difference being that, unlike Julian Casablancas, lead singer/guitarist Seth Porter actually has a decent set of pipes on him. On the playful and punchy album opener “January,” he sings as nonchalantly as a Vegas crooner who’s found his sweet spot: “The end of the world may be coming soon, but it’s hard to care on a sunny afternoon when you’ve got tailpipes spewin’, doom and gloomin’, you hear a rap-tap-tat-tat-a-tat on your door!” Porter’s songs are melodic and full of character details, like short stories that come to life with the cynical big city noir of “High Life” or the coy interior monologue of “Pages.”
But if Porter gleams on the polish, Kevin Schneider’s turns on the microphone are scruffier and more urgent. On “Find the Time,” one of the album’s highlights, Schneider inhabits the spirit of kindred bassist/vocalist Phil Lynott, too reckless and brash to let the good times slip through his fingers. The constant back-and-forth between the spiky-smooth contrast of Schneider and Porter keeps things interesting throughout. (Although, to be even-handed, I should point out that Schneider’s punkish “Forget About Everything” does seem to drag on for one jazzy interlude and chorus refrain too long.)
Between the prominent bass leads, bright rhythm guitar glint, and Matt Picker’s effortlessly bouncy drumming, it’s hard to believe the Blind Eyes are only a trio. There are so many smart hooks and clever quips that the packaging almost seems too modest. If they returned on their sophomore album with a keyboard, a second guitar, and a brass section I wouldn’t even bat an eye.
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At first, whenever anyone talked about the Blind Eyes, myself included, it seemed inevitable that someone would group the St. Louisans alongside the neatly-tailored English pop of the Jam and Elvis Costello, or occasionally next to the slightly more rambunctious Thin Lizzy of Ireland. But for all the mod aspirations implied by the title of their debut album, Modernity, there’s not a hint of dandyism or faux-Union Jack banner waving insincerity. Instead, we get an even dozen of crisp, catchy-as-all-hell pop songs that may nod their cap at the legends of the past, but keep moving forward in a brisk strut.
I was at the album release party for Modernity this past Friday at the Firebird, and it was great to see such a wide turnout for a local band of their size. It was a mixed crowd of bar scene regulars, reporters, and casual music fans who made the commute to downtown for the evening. A few people mentioned to me that it was exactly what this city needs more of: a full bar on a Friday night filled with curious listeners and fantastic bands. (Note to self: bring more cash in hand next time the ACBs from Kansas City are in town.) But I think the turnout really speaks to the Blind Eyes’ crossover potential: they’re familiar without being reductive, fun without being sappy, edgy without being difficult.
On record, I was struck by how much the Blind Eyes sound like the early Strokes; the main difference being that, unlike Julian Casablancas, lead singer/guitarist Seth Porter actually has a decent set of pipes on him. On the playful and punchy album opener “January,” he sings as nonchalantly as a Vegas crooner who’s found his sweet spot: “The end of the world may be coming soon, but it’s hard to care on a sunny afternoon when you’ve got tailpipes spewin’, doom and gloomin’, you hear a rap-tap-tat-tat-a-tat on your door!” Porter’s songs are melodic and full of character details, like short stories that come to life with the cynical big city noir of “High Life” or the coy interior monologue of “Pages.”
But if Porter gleams on the polish, Kevin Schneider’s turns on the microphone are scruffier and more urgent. On “Find the Time,” one of the album’s highlights, Schneider inhabits the spirit of kindred bassist/vocalist Phil Lynott, too reckless and brash to let the good times slip through his fingers. The constant back-and-forth between the spiky-smooth contrast of Schneider and Porter keeps things interesting throughout. (Although, to be even-handed, I should point out that Schneider’s punkish “Forget About Everything” does seem to drag on for one jazzy interlude and chorus refrain too long.)
Between the prominent bass leads, bright rhythm guitar glint, and Matt Picker’s effortlessly bouncy drumming, it’s hard to believe the Blind Eyes are only a trio. There are so many smart hooks and clever quips that the packaging almost seems too modest. If they returned on their sophomore album with a keyboard, a second guitar, and a brass section I wouldn’t even bat an eye.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Thank You
Thank you a thousand times over to the huge crowd that came out Friday night for our CD release show at Firebird! It was awesome to see so many people there, and we really, really appreciate the support. Thanks also to the Firebird crew and of course the Frontier Brothers, the ACBs and the Livers for playing amazing sets. Big thanks also to the local music media, especially the RFT and KDHX, for really getting behind us on this. We hope you all dig the album!
Click here to see a gallery of pictures from the show, compliments of Douglas Garfield!
Click here to see a gallery of pictures from the show, compliments of Douglas Garfield!
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
KDHX "Artist Of The Week"
This just in- the Blind Eyes are going to be featured as the "Artist of the Week" on KDHX 88.1 for the next two weeks, beginning Monday, March 2nd! They will be spinning tunes from Modernity along with an exclusive interview with Seth and Matt. Thanks immensely to Annie Z and the good people at KDHX for making it happen! Air times will be posted as soon as they're available.UPDATE- Here are the airtimes for the spotlight:
Mon - 1p, 7p
Tues - 12a, 3p
Wed - 1a, 10p
Thurs - 2a, 9p
Fri - 3:30a, 11a
Sat - 2a, 10p
Sun - 9a, 9p
March 6th Poster
This brand spankin' new poster for the album release show comes to us compliments of the Livers!
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Modernity Album Cover Preview
Don't forget, the release party for the Blind Eyes debut full-length album, Modernity, is just a couple of weeks away! Here's a sneak peek at the cover art, done by the one and only Kirsten O'Loughlin (of the fearsome Arch Rival Rollergirls) . The album will be for sale for the first time at the show, shortly thereafter online and in stores. Also, keep your eyes peeled for a full-length feature on the Blind Eyes in the Riverfront Times that will be running the week of the show!
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