"Is it possible to put this night to tune?” The question is
posed in Minus the Bear’s song, “Pachuca Sunrise,” and, based on their mastery
of poetic prog-rock, the answer is yes. The Seattle indie group’s expansive
sound is encapsulated in unique time signatures, two-handed guitar tapping and
playful lyrics from singer Jake Snider.
The math-rock quintet will be performing MTB staples along with songs from the May 2010 album OMNI, produced by Joe Chiccarelli (the Shins, My Morning Jacket). The OMNI songs further explore their unique style with Dave Knudson’s new experiments on baritone guitar and keyboardist Alex Rose’s vintage Omnichord synthesizer, on which he adds multiple layers and electronic tinges to drummer Erin Tate’s and bassist Cory Murchy’s pounding rhythms.
The math-rock quintet will be performing MTB staples along with songs from the May 2010 album OMNI, produced by Joe Chiccarelli (the Shins, My Morning Jacket). The OMNI songs further explore their unique style with Dave Knudson’s new experiments on baritone guitar and keyboardist Alex Rose’s vintage Omnichord synthesizer, on which he adds multiple layers and electronic tinges to drummer Erin Tate’s and bassist Cory Murchy’s pounding rhythms.
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1. Drilling
2. Knights
3. My Time
4. Summer Angel
5. When We Escape
6. Secret Country
7. Hold Me Down
8. Into the Mirror
9. Thowin' Shapes
10. Pachuca Sunrise
11. Dayglow Vista Road
12. Absinthe Party at the Fly Honey Warehouse
Comments
SUPER STOKED for MTB! I don't think I could eer stop loving this band. Been listening to this band for a year and every CD is full of b-side gems I can't get enough of. OMNI was a bold new statement for them and they pulled it off in my book. A little different sound, but I guess that's what happens to bands when they gain mainstream popularity and devote their lives to the music.
Logan Meyer , about 1 year agonew album surprised me and definately re-energized me to see these guys
xnovakx , about 1 year agoMenos el Oso plays may 21, los angeles, and may 22 Glasshouse Pomona,Ca.... i cant wait, saw them nov.3rd 09 at the glasshouse. they played a sic show. including "into the mirror" and "my time" off the new one. omni. pachuca sunrise is legit, i want 2hear "dbl vision quest live"
Eric Santos , about 1 year agoEvery year when the lineup is anounced I take as an opportunity to discover new bands and this years great discovery is Minus the Bear
narndt574 , about 1 year agoboth the bears are gonna be gooooood
musichippiemanic , about 1 year agoOH shizz this is gonna be sick
Petroster , about 1 year agoabsinthe party in grant park!!!
stelickj , about 1 year agoAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH! i've been waiting to see these guys for a long time. and now they're at Lolla.... i might cry a little.. :)
modernlove01 , about 1 year agoI know! I'm stoked!
xxcourtneymalexx , about 1 year agoso pumped for their new material. I can't wait to hear pachuca sunrise live! gawd this is gonna be epic!!!
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