The Hourly Radio
Recently formed Dallas band The Hourly Radio create a surprisingly refreshing sound thanks to their strict avoidance of typical guitar rock pitfalls. They avoid opportunities to discuss their influences, shy away from the title "musician" and refuse to flaunt their knack for clever melodies. For them, understanding their place in the music scene means acknowledging what critics may consider their shortcomings. Guitarist Ryan Short explains, "I don't consider myself a guitar player… I just own a guitar. However, I also own a lot of records, so I think I have a decent idea of what a proper song should sound like." Vocalist/guitarist Aaron Closson adds, "We just aren't interested in elaborate displays of virtuosity or five minute solos."
Individually the members of The Hourly Radio are quite humble, but as a band their songwriting exudes confidence. Typically an attribute of veteran bands, they craft articulate, poignant music within an economy of instrumentation. There’s no unnecessary guitar heroics or solo wankery; every note makes an invaluable contribution to their sound. Melding their dark guitar textures with infectious hooks, they offer the perfect marriage of melody and atmosphere.
The rhythm section, made up of Adam Vanderkolk on drums and Tim Jansen on bass, add the driving force behind the bands infectious sound. "We try to punctuate the impact of the melody," jokes Vanderkolk, "And sometimes we run clean over it."
Already receiving quite a bit of positive attention and with a highly anticipated debut EP soon to be released, you can be sure that you will be hearing quite a bit about The Hourly Radio in the months to come.
Individually the members of The Hourly Radio are quite humble, but as a band their songwriting exudes confidence. Typically an attribute of veteran bands, they craft articulate, poignant music within an economy of instrumentation. There’s no unnecessary guitar heroics or solo wankery; every note makes an invaluable contribution to their sound. Melding their dark guitar textures with infectious hooks, they offer the perfect marriage of melody and atmosphere.
The rhythm section, made up of Adam Vanderkolk on drums and Tim Jansen on bass, add the driving force behind the bands infectious sound. "We try to punctuate the impact of the melody," jokes Vanderkolk, "And sometimes we run clean over it."
Already receiving quite a bit of positive attention and with a highly anticipated debut EP soon to be released, you can be sure that you will be hearing quite a bit about The Hourly Radio in the months to come.
