It’s always a feat when a band decides to go beyond something that can be put into a simple genre. Too often to we hear the same recycled sound but with fresh faces; another generation peddling to virgin ears. Thankfully, we still have groups around like The Seedy Seeds, a group, which can only be possibly described as the birth child of Tegan and Sara, The Decemberists and The Sounds in a sloppy and satisfying quarter note stew. But then again, they could just be The Seedy Seeds, creating their own eclectic groove for others to take note in their own musical endeavors.
The group hails from Cincinnati, Ohio and first began to write and learn instruments in early 2006. In that short span of time, they have put out a phenomenal body of work that has been well received by native Ohioans and of course, myself here at Fearless. The last time they were in Chicago, our home base, they played in the hipster packed, PBR soaked Empty Bottle, a venue that has been well known to showcase some phenomenal acts (Passion Pit, Frightened Rabbit, Animal Collective, etc.) This only mentioned because I believe The Seedy Seeds have the potential to be in the ranks of said groups who have great success in the “indie” (What is that anyway?) music scene. Currently the bands also have a few sporadic dates in Kentucky and Ohio, and if you are smart, you will make the drive to their show.
The Seedy Seeds have been keeping busy with a consistent touring schedule, including a recent show over Labor Day weekend at the Gratis Festival in Indiana (Chicago’s corny cousin.) They have also recently released a music video for what could be described as their most catchy single, “Drive Me To The Center”, off of their sophomore full length, “Count The Days.” The single is possibly one of the best pop dance tracks I have come across this summer. To not take the time to allow your ears three minutes of this fine tune is simply inhumane. Ask yourself; do you want to be inhumane?
If dance tracks are not your taste, other songs on the album are also quite enjoyable.One of these would be the song “Oh, Cincinnati”, a mellow pop song that more or less pays tribute to the town in which they are from. The songs “Losing Light” and “My Roots Go Down” have a large alt-country feeling, bringing in a whole new audience within itself. Still, if you are into dancier tracks, check out “August Eyes”, “The Push”, or “On The Subject of Our Past Selves.” No matter if you plan to gravitate to the songs of this group, Mike, Margaret, and Brian play their instruments flawlessly. Oh, and did I mention that some of these include a kazoo, a slide whistle, and toy keyboard drum beats? Seriously.
At the end of the day, The Seedy Seeds are an unconventional group that is reshaping the way we understand how music can be created. While there are the traditional and classic instruments present, the extra variety in their tool belt creates what can only be described as attention-worthy. “Count The Days”, with the right publicity and their continued tour success, should have absolutely no problem finding their way into the hearts of music listeners everywhere. Here’s to hoping the group will grow and flower, sprouting a rare and beautiful musical genesis.
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