Nevruary
Hollywood, CA | Established. Jan 01, 2013
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Released on April 29th, Nevruary's second full-length album, Noegenesis, is an eclectic mix of alt/pop electronic funk!
The band takes their ideas in every direction on this album and that sounds like a problem...but, it never feels like they are trying to do "too" much! There are shades of Hissing Fauna-era Of Montreal sounds on this album, with the serene and sympathetic falsetto choruses filling out each song and hype-manning the lead vocals. Nevruary layers in interesting hip-hop chill vibes towards the end of the LP as well!
The super melodic funky bass is a standout feature in every single track on this album! It is the primary form of instrumentation that they use. There are no guitars in Noegenesis, simply bass, piano, drums, and the occasional wah-synth to accompany the vocals.
“The Runner,” released as their single, is a slower song and features a catchy hook, “They call me the runner...” The driving force of this song is the droning drum beat and the piano riff, all underlined by the funk bass guitar.
The next song on the album, “Alone To Lead,” takes the funk bass in a different direction, jumping all over the place in a steady riff, while “No Strings” is a powerful ballad that takes away the bass and gives us a beautiful piano/string orchestration. “Backslide” is a hidden gem on the album, it's a small instrumental break that gets showcases a variety of sounds that appear on the LP!
My favorite song on the album is definitely “Under Microscope.” A funky epic that seamlessly transitions through all of the varied flavors that this band juggles. This is a huge stand-out track for myself.
Check out the track-list below!
NOEGENESIS Tracklist:
1. Jupiter
2. Crest Point
3. Untamed
4. The Runner
5. Alone To Lead
6. No Strings
7. Backslide
8. Steep Faith
9. Distraction
10. Under Microscope
11. In Black and White
12. Unsatisfied
Overall, this album is one you should check out. The memorable hooks, the interesting tonal sound and instrumentation, and wonderful tracks such as “The Runner,” “Distraction,” and “Under Microscope,” really give this album a great feel. I'm looking forward to more releases from Nevruary! - The Hook Journal
"The Runner' is my personal introduction to Nevruary. That it's catchy is stating the obvious with hooks a plenty, what's extra pleasing is the band not feeling the need for a dominant guitar sound and playing to their strengths instead. Nice intro, it will be interesting to hear more." -Beehive Candy Music Blog - Beehive Candy
TMN Radio New Artist: Nevruary - Tiger Media Network
Los Angeles based pop rock band Nevruary releases “The Runner” — the first single off their upcoming sophomore full length Noegenesis. - Radio Random Network
TMN Radio New Artist: Nevruary - Today in Kansas
Discography
Studio Albums:
Noegenesis - 2016
(Nev-Rū-Air-Ee) - 2014
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Nevruary is a band rooted in rock but not limited to the genre. Since forming in the heart of Hollywood in 2013, they have independently recorded & released two full length albums, received extensive college radio play, and performed all around Los Angeles at venues such as The Viper Room, Avalon Nightclub’s Bardot, Amplyfi, Universal City Walk, and many more.
Their melodic sound is new and unique in its own right, but also pays homage to their contemporary and classic influences: Radiohead, Glass Animals, The Beatles, and Motown. What sets them apart is their willingness to experiment with sounds from different genres (“In Black and White”), their brutally honest lyrics (“No Strings”), and their sensuously melodic grooves (“Distraction”).
Their most recent album “Noegenesis” (2016) has received nationwide college radio play, debuting at #13 on CMJ Station KFSR Radio 200 in Fresno, CA, peaking at #23 on WESS East Stroudsberg, PA, and #22 on WRNC in Ashland, WI. The album has garnered positive reviews and track features from critics, notably: a 9 out of 10 review from The Hook Journal, a glowing write-up of lead single “The Runner” from Beehive Candy, and track features from Lazlo’s Den on BlowUpRadio.com, Tiger Media Network, and Today in Kansas.
Nevruary is comprised of J.M. Long, Josh Pryer, Cal Pryer, and David Myers, Jr.
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