The name of the new album is Days Among Giants, the name of the band is The Primary. Full of themselves? Or a firm grip on reality? Well these guys aren’t running with the big dogs just yet but if you hear their new album, you can tell they are definitely headed in the right direction.
The Texas-based band’s influences are The Beatles, Miles Davis, John Lennon, and Radiohead among others. So we know they’ve got good taste in music and it shows on their record. The nine-track LP showcases an array of sounds, some of which miss dearly, and others which remind you of Interpol, Radiohead and even the legendary Pink Floyd.
The record opens up with “Get Out,” where lead singer, Josh Vazquez, shows some amazing range. The song is short and straight to the point, things that strongly missing in the music industry. It sets the tone for the record, definitely keeping your interest. Some other great songs on the album are “Experiment,” and “Until Then.” “Experiment” is a near spot-on interpretation of Pink Floyd, its almost scary, the slow guitar playing and traumatizing vocals.
Their song, “The Trial of the Knave of Hearts” is their attempt to meet the Radiohead gods in musical heaven. It’s a little off kilter and makes you wonder, why? These guys can really jam and Vazquez is no joke behind the mic but you can’t hate on a band for trying to stay out of ‘the box.’
The themes on the record are big on disconnect, breaking apart, and separating from society and loved ones but one thing is for certain, these guys love their music. The passion is there, the song-writing is strong and the instrumentals are top-notch. They may not be first on your music wish-list just yet but The Primary will continue to grow stronger as long as they stay focused. Soon you might find yourself apart of ‘The Secondary,’ which is the name of their ever-growing fan-base.
Band Details:
Josh Vasquez (Guitar, Vocals)
Jacques Lescoat (Drums)
Jose Levario (Bass)
Matt Pedersen (Guitar, Keyboards)
MySpace page: ThePrimaryMusic
Photo Credit: Alex Scott
