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    HM Magazine #96/The Infamous They

    The Infamous They

    On Second Thought

    (2002)

    Reviewed by Doug Van Pelt

    Label independentHM Magazine #96July/August 2002
    alternative rockmodern rockpop rockpost-grunge

    The deft title of this band hints that these musicians don't take themselves too seriously, but this would not be apparent by their perfect-for-radio tunes. This is some smart modern rock that is just too good to be ignored for long. The grainy vocals of Bush frontman Gavin Goodridge and a well-rounded rhythm section that can play anything well describe this infectious band's music. And lyrically, they are using vivid brushstrokes that make attuning the ears worth it. "Each day I'm seeing things from a new perspective," states young Jameson Workman, guitarist and vocalist for the band, "meeting new people and sharing moments that I can take with me. It's a huge world -- all you have to do is look up at the sky and you'll instantly be humbled by its grandeur -- and I want to take it all in." As long as they keep making this kind of art and making it available to the public, the journey will be a shared experience of joy. For info, write: Tami Scott Mgmt, 9290 N Purdue, Clovis CA 93611. Email the band: [email protected]. Listen: www.MP3.com/the_infamous_they.

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