#Eamon Fogerty

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11/21/23.

I've been listening to Zoos of Berlin for years. The Detroit based band first appeared here seven years ago to the day. "Instant Everything" was my introduction to the band that doesn't really sound Detroit-ish at all.

This is intricate, thoughtful pop. This has a thicker instrumentation and sound than previous albums. The vocal melodies sound similar while being a bit farther back in the mix. Over the years I've mentioned everything from Eric Matthews to Tredici Bacci to Eamon Fogerty. I also listened to Geoffrey O'Connor's great solo album "For As Long As I Can Remember" the other day, and it reminded me a bit of this album.

Zoos of Berlin somehow landed Stevie Nistor (Sparks) to be their drummer.

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2/23/20.

I don’t know why I shy away from Austin, Texas bands.  Perhaps it’s because Austin Town Hall (great blog) already covers all the bands.

Holiday Music really caught me by surprise.  The name, and the artwork didn’t make me want to listen.  But once I listened, all I could think was how much I really enjoyed this...it deserves the Yagada medal.

While Holiday Music doesn’t perfectly fit any of these comparisons,  I will lay them out:  Parquet Courts, Pavement, The Strokes, Deerhunter, Dick Stusso, Eamon Fogerty, and The Dream Syndicate.

To me, this seems like a hybrid that becomes its own.  They appear to release all their own work.