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'Keep in Mind Frankenstein' Has a Pastoral Soundnew

Not one to offer up much in the way of new tricks, Grand Archives' Mat Brooke instead maintains a remarkable level of quality control on the band's new album.
Tucson Weekly  |  Eric Swedlund  |  11-11-2009  |  Reviews

Mat Brooke Gets Upbeat with Grand Archivesnew

Eschewing the mopiness of Carissa's Wierd and the country-esque Southern sound of Band of Horses, Archives was envisioned as a more uplifting band, heavy on lush vocal harmonies -- four of the five members sing -- and a peaceful, easy vibe that recalled the Laurel Canyon scene of Los Angeles in the early-to-mid-'70s.
Tucson Weekly  |  Stephen Seigel  |  06-19-2008  |  Profiles & Interviews

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