The Guggenheim Grotto
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Imagine two Irish guys alone on the open road with nothing but their instruments, tour schedule and Chevy Cobalt. One never drives and gets to enjoy the sights, leaving the other behind the wheel the entire time. They've been on the road a few days now and they no longer have anything left to say. Comedy ensues. Sounds like the next Michael Cera movie plot, right?
It's also how Kevin May and Mick Lynch, of The Guggenheim Grotto, are spending their first time in America. When asked how they like the States, they couldn't say much because the pair rarely get to spend much time in each city before they are on to the next one for a show. "We've seen a lot of truck stops," said Lynch. Great, truck stops. Oh well, more fodder for the would-be film.
In fact, Lynch and May don't even have hotel reservations, they are just going with the flow and showing up for their shows ready to play. This easy-going method seems to work really well for them whether they are jamming on stage with some witty banter in between, or making new friends and being offered a place to stay. If there's one thing you should know about The Guggenheim Grotto - it's how quickly their music - and their personalities - catch on. It only took two plays of the song "Fee Da Da Dee," for me to not only realize I was interested in this pop-folk duo, but I also liked their music. (Did I mention that the closest thing to folk that I've ever listened to is Jewel?)
It's rare to find new music with a unique sound, creative lyrics and genuine charm on stage. Yet, The Guggenheim Grotto are two fellas you'll want to see in concert repeatedly. Their music is feel-good and folk without being boring or outdated. In person their acoustic style combine with their pseudo stand up routine, which makes for a lively show. On the album, the melodic folk is mixed with a bit of electronica, adding just the right amount of flavor. So, just in case no one ends up making a big hit comedy out of their latest tour, you should go check them out in person for a toe-tapping good time.
—Christa Fletcher
It's also how Kevin May and Mick Lynch, of The Guggenheim Grotto, are spending their first time in America. When asked how they like the States, they couldn't say much because the pair rarely get to spend much time in each city before they are on to the next one for a show. "We've seen a lot of truck stops," said Lynch. Great, truck stops. Oh well, more fodder for the would-be film.
In fact, Lynch and May don't even have hotel reservations, they are just going with the flow and showing up for their shows ready to play. This easy-going method seems to work really well for them whether they are jamming on stage with some witty banter in between, or making new friends and being offered a place to stay. If there's one thing you should know about The Guggenheim Grotto - it's how quickly their music - and their personalities - catch on. It only took two plays of the song "Fee Da Da Dee," for me to not only realize I was interested in this pop-folk duo, but I also liked their music. (Did I mention that the closest thing to folk that I've ever listened to is Jewel?)
It's rare to find new music with a unique sound, creative lyrics and genuine charm on stage. Yet, The Guggenheim Grotto are two fellas you'll want to see in concert repeatedly. Their music is feel-good and folk without being boring or outdated. In person their acoustic style combine with their pseudo stand up routine, which makes for a lively show. On the album, the melodic folk is mixed with a bit of electronica, adding just the right amount of flavor. So, just in case no one ends up making a big hit comedy out of their latest tour, you should go check them out in person for a toe-tapping good time.
—Christa Fletcher
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