Fine Lion
Austin, Texas, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2013 | SELF
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Still working on that hot first release.
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Hailing from many places far and away, Fine Lion formed in 2013 around producer/vocalist/guitarist Jake Coyle. Drummer, John Burkholder, joined the band soon thereafter and completes their thoughtful and inspired sound.
Fine Lion released their debut album, 'Side One', in June 2014. Focused on songwriting and melodies, this album shows the band's love for classic rock while adding some fresh perspective.
The song 'We Were There' takes you to 'Band on the Run' era Wings but with a bit more guitar-driven energy than most Wings songs have. 'Hi Ho' and 'Quarrelsome Queen' are completely different worlds but they both benefit from a tasteful and elegant use of instrumentals and atmosphere, creating an irresistibly turbulent mood. 'The Firing Line' is a warm and jaunty rocker with lots of positive overtone, despite the underlying lyrical depravity. Finally, 'She' imagines what a collaboration between Brian Wilson and Radiohead might sound like. Solid rhythm and drive, drenched in wet, reverberating harmonies. This is a truly fantastic album by any measure, let alone the fact that this is an unknown artist's first record!
Fine Lion is currently working on their second record and playing select venues in Austin, TX.
Reviews:
'Various delights reminiscent of the 60s-70s, with some modern twist. These guys are the real deal.' - Frank S
'Syncopated rhythms, soaring vocals, whoever can mix a trumpet into a rock n' roll song has my attention. This is a brave record that will veer you down a dark alley that you didn't intend on taking. Textured vocals and sometimes driven guitar give this record something special.' - John P
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