2011-06-17
Mark Foster teamed up with two buddies in L.A. to form this electronic-driven rock band and the catchy hooks and intriguing lyric-phrases in their songs make for a unique combination. FTP sounds a little global in orientation, a bit reminiscent of Vampire Weekend, but concentrating more on a relentless (and addictive) beat rather than clever lyrical content. From "Pumped Up Kicks," about a latchkey kid wielding a gun, to "Houdini," a sort of pull-yourself-up-by-your-bootstraps anthem--whatever these guys are singing about, your entire body is moving because of the pounding rhythm. "Helena Beat" is also a can't-get-it-out-of-your-head tune with that ever-present FTP synthesizer mesmerizing your mind. This is hip summer music, kids! Break out the Oberon and dance. 06/11 MJVD R-Alternative/IndieVarious Artists
Catch and Release (Soundtrack)
NUTTIN BUT STRINGZ
Struggle From the Subway to the Charts
The Polyphonic Spree
Together We're Heavy
The Lucksmiths
Warmer Corners
MILTON AND THE DEVIL'S PARTY
How Wicked We've Become
LIGHTS AT SEA
Palace Walls
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