The Drums- Forever and Ever Amen

Second review of the day- new band "The Drums". I've liked them for a while, so it was nice to do a review of them.

If you paid attention to any music polls, or a variety of music publications, last year, you should’ve picked up that this Brooklyn-based band is supposedly the “Sound of 2010.” Formed in 2008, consisting of only best friends Jonathan Pierce and Jacob Graham initially, The Drums have slowly been climbing the ladder of success. Adding drummer Connor Hanwick and guitarist Adam Kessler to the mix, their music has gone from strength to strength, hitting radio stations, music channels and music publications worldwide.

Forever and Ever Amen is the third single to be released by The Drums, and it doesn’t disappoint. Drums form a prominent part of the track, providing not only one half of the track’s introduction, but also the unforgiving beat that is guaranteed to be in your head for quite some time. With no bass involved, it’s up to the two guitars to produce the melodies that listeners are after. Again, disappointment is not found, as their riffs are assured to be the soundtrack to summer, whatever the weather. Sung by Jonathan Pierce, the lyrics feel incredibly heart-felt and sincere, something which immediately increases the likeability of the track. Backing vocals are simply, and in a way haunting, but for all the right reasons.
With all of their talent packaged together, it’s no wonder they have been tipped for great things in 2010. With stupidly catchy songs like this, the only way is up for The Drums.


4/5