The Motel Life
We All Left Something Behind EP
2008, UNSIGNED
indie rock, emo
Even though they hail fom Ontario, CA (California, not Canada), The Motel Life have a decidedly East Coast sound to them. I hear a lot of influences from As Tall As Lions, Brand New, and even some Canadians in there. That’s both a good and a bad thing, as it’s a bit hard to distinguish influences from the band’s true sound.
However, The Motel Life has some pretty intense lyrics that indicate this group is far more mature than any other two-year-old unsigned band out there. And when those lyrics are infused with vulnerable vocals from lead singer Michael Escanuelas, you’ve got a winner on your hands. I’m looking forward to more from these guys in the future, because they are definitely here to say.
Note to the band if you’re reading this: Thinking “I’ll Find Myself Another State” is similar to the Plain White T’s “Delilah” is sacrilege. Plain White T’s should be honored because that’s more praise than they deserve.
“I’ll Find Myself Another State,” “Presale,” “Ghosts.”
myspace, purevolume
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Disclosure: A free copy of this EP was provided by Nick Camacho of the band. You can now download it for free yourself – check out their myspace! Please see my review policy for more info.
