(from left to right) Pat, Chris, Michael Keefe
(absent) Michael Kundrath
Maybe I just have horrible memory or something, but I cannot seem to remember a recent, awesome band from the area in and around Jersey City. Goodnigth Bravado was fantastic but we have to accept that they have bitten the dust and we need another awesome band to step in and fill their shoes. Luckily, Cicada Radio, looks like they have the right shoe size to do the job.
This four piece band is comprised of Pat Keefe (Guitar/Lead Vocals), Michael Keefe (Guitar/Backing Vocals), Chris D'Ambrosio (Bass), Michael Kundrath, (Drums). Their sound? Even they do not know, but think post-rock/punk/rock influenced by Sunny Day Real Estate and Cursive. However, do not think that they are a Tim Kasher cover group, their sound is wholly their own and do not expect to hear any other band like them, wether in local New Jersey or worldwide.
They had a rough start; playing crappy strip clubs and other less than spectacular venues, but things are looking up. They have shared the stage with Hands on the Stereo, Those Mockingbirds, and The Nico Blues on last March 5th at Maxwell's in Hoboken. Not to mention they will be playing with Le Le Lo (previous The Dive guests) and Invisible Lines this Thursday at the sadly failing McCormick's. You can also get excited for a new EP that is according to the band 85% done! No name or estimated time of arrival has been announced but expect it to be awesome!
Keep your eyes on Cicada Radio! Check out their MySpace and their Facebook.They are young band but have a lot of promise. Expect them to become a giant on the local New Jersey scene before long.
-Gardizzle
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