Lives of Famous Men, The - Modern Love, the Wooden Vehicle

[Julia Conny]

The Lives of Famous Men – Modern Love, The Wooden Vehicle
Record Label: Unsigned
Release Date: December 18th, 2007

Who Is It?

A five-piece (maybe indie) pop-rock band from Portland, Oregon with an accurate and fleshy use of keys and proper melodies. Singer Daniel Hall is a breathy one, but it’s not pretentious or forced. This has a lot to do with the production on the efffort, the Modern Love, The Wooden Vehicle EP. Smooth sayer Hall is another instrument in the same, and all three songs are slick to touch. But the music?


How Is It?

A priceless hook and an warm-welcoming foyer for a band that OBVIOUSLY has TONS to offer. “Notes From A Cult Classic,” the third track, is my favorite in vocal pattern and melody, but all three are winners. The Lives of Famous Men are mean men when it comes to a good catch - these bits aren’t easy to throw away. The dancing is a bit jazzy – sparked mostly by the piano and Hall’s breathy undertaking – but the whole product doesn’t feel like a rip off disco. It’s incredibly refreshing, in fact, and outstandingly keen for taking a genre that’s normally littered with crap and churning out something solid and genuine. This may be similar to other bands/releases, but generic still doesn't cross my mind. I’m snapping my fingers, I’m pressing repeat … I think I’m blown away right now.

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[blinkredstar]

This EP is hardly an EP only being 3 songs, but it is better than you make it seem (and you make it seem great). The three songs are the best new music I have heard in a really long time. Very refreshing!

-Jan.

[whyte39]

singer reminds me of darryl(head automatica)

[scott2h2o]

had this band in Jersey back in the Summer and they stayed ay my house really nice people

[samgasm]

unique band, incredible EP

[Julia Conny]

This band is so good. They've gotta be getting some label offers.

[blinkredstar]

I would certainly say so. The band has been featured on mtvU.

[Romancebled]

this band is amazing and i love this EP. i have a feeling they will explode this year.

[Julia Conny]

this band is amazing and i love this EP. i have a feeling they will explode this year.

Or jump onto a good deal. They could do big, big things.

[Adrian Villagomez]

I like the guitar sounds on "Notes from a Cult Classic."

You write nice once-overs, Julia.

[tm decomposer]

I really love you Julia. Serious, you might be my favorite person on this website.

I enjoy this band quite much. Too bad they are on the other coastline.

Good summery.

[beforeimpact]

I love this band, this EP, and this review. It's nice to finally have someone NOT compare them to Panic. Since I don't personally any similiarities. I am glad Julia mentioned that.

As for labels, I am guessing somethings are in the works. ;-)

[kimmy_tsoaf]

they're amazing and I think the EP is absolutely awesome.

[Bob Payne]

I decided to check them out because of the favorable review, and was way beyond disappointed. Didn't enjoy a single thing about them.

[Julia Conny]

I like the guitar sounds on "Notes from a Cult Classic."

You write nice once-overs, Julia.

Thanks, A. You always brighten my day.

It's cause I'm a ninja.

I really love you Julia. Serious, you might be my favorite person on this website.

I enjoy this band quite much. Too bad they are on the other coastline.

Good summery.

Right back at you! I was seriously blown away when I listened. it would be fucking awesome if they toured over on this side of the country.

[Julia Conny]

I love this band, this EP, and this review. It's nice to finally have someone NOT compare them to Panic. Since I don't personally any similiarities. I am glad Julia mentioned that.

As for labels, I am guessing somethings are in the works. ;-)

It seemed too easy of a comparison, and there is something a lot fresher about this band over Panic.

[billyboatkid]

Wow I gave it a shot and I like it a lot. I like his voice.

[breegirl06]

LOFM is amazing!they have a unique sound that ive never heard before. and their hot and great to their fans! they love what they do and have so much passion in their performances! if they dont make it big ill be SHOCKED!

[BenjaminMillo]

well, there are DEFINITELY things being lined up! This was definitely an awesome review! Look forward to seeing more comments about the EP and the live performance if any of you have had the chance to check it out!

[Cory_mac]

Love these guys! I discovered them by accident at a Show in Salt Lake City. Got a chance to talk to them afterward. They are some sweet down to earth guys. A LOT of energy and hilarious! Their music is even better. Can't say enough good things about them.

[CircaSin]

this doesnt really sound special at all. reminded me of spill canvas.

[Rich Duncan]

I have to agree with Adrian, your once overs are excellent.

[Julia Conny]

this doesnt really sound special at all. reminded me of spill canvas.

Hmm, don't see it.

[Tony Pascarella]

Thirded. Nice review, Ninja Julia. :-)

I've been meaning to check this band out for quite some time. I think I'll put that on my to-do list for today.

[Julia Conny]

well, there are DEFINITELY things being lined up! This was definitely an awesome review! Look forward to seeing more comments about the EP and the live performance if any of you have had the chance to check it out!

Love these guys! I discovered them by accident at a Show in Salt Lake City. Got a chance to talk to them afterward. They are some sweet down to earth guys. A LOT of energy and hilarious! Their music is even better. Can't say enough good things about them.

It's really cool to see fans being supportive of a band. Whenever I see a band with really supportive and positive fans, they move up on the scale of awesome.

[Julia Conny]

I have to agree with Adrian, your once overs are excellent.

Thirded. Nice review, Ninja Julia. :-)

I've been meaning to check this band out for quite some time. I think I'll put that on my to-do list for today.

Thanks you guys. Let me know if you want me to send you the EP ... for promotional purposed, obviously. It packs a good punch, IMO.

[SweetThye]

Good music. Singer reminds me a little of the singer for Pierce the Veil.

[xxbleucielxx]

Please do an interview with this band, they're amazing and I really want to know MORE about them! Their YouTube videos are hilarious! (The diary ones)
Part 1
http://youtube.com/watch?v=A3lW3PdMevo

Part 2
http://youtube.com/watch?v=8SZmHHS82_s&feature=related

I think Part 2 is funnier, but they seem like they are pretty rad dudes and would be fun to hang out with!

[Sargent Sausage]

LOVE this EP