Tripp Algiers on TKC (no homo)

I like local Indie / Rock / Soul group Tripp Algiers because their music has a certain honesty to it that you don't find from most bands in the beginning stage of discovering their own unique sound.

Also, from what I've heard, the group is pretty intense in their live performances and that definitely comes through on their tracks.

The group's members include:

Matthew Silvers - Guitar, Accordian, Vocals
Benjamin Wachter - Guitar, Keys, Vocals
Willis Blinzler - Bass, Vocals
Drew Burasco - Drums

Surprisingly one of those dudes is a semi-regular reader of TKC and thankfully agreed to let me host their tune Corporate's Ladder on this blog.

The song is pretty damn good and kind of a protest number without "insisting upon itself" as most of the songs in that genre so often do. NOTE: TKC likes writing like a music critic, it makes my judgmental and smug statements seem that much more authoritative.

Anyway, I like the song and if you want to hear more, be sure the check out the Myspace page of Tripp Algiers. OR better yet, go to one of their many local shows.

For the record, the debut release from Tripp Algiers entitled "Old City Crows" is slated October 5, 2007 on BeatOven Records.

Here is the official bio of the group if you're looking for a more informed perspective:

In the course of one year, Tripp Algiers has become known as one of Kansas City's most original rock bands. Listeners and fans of the band have fallen short in describing the quartet's unique blend of rock, jazz, and alternative music. With their debut album, Old City Crows, perched for release in October, Tripp Algiers have created a strong voice both in lyrics and composition. Utilizing their three vocalists, each song of the album has definition and purpose. A listen to Old City Crows is a journey through the joy and pain of life. Social messages are given with such poetry that the listener is drawn into the band's independent worldview. Tripp Algiers does not look to follow the trends of any music scene, but rather blaze new trails.

Furthermore, if show up to one of their local gigs there is a distinct possibility that a few liberal chicks (known for having bad judgment) might be in the audience. In the right light (and with the help of 5-6 PBR's) hippie chicks with vintage eye wear and those weird ass Guatemalan hats can be beautiful.

Rock on.

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