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Finespun plays MMC13 - review PA Musician.net
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We met Finespun last year, but they weren’t able to handle playing on our acoustic stage. This year they were prepared and even though it wasn’t easy they “popped their acoustic cherry” on our stage! They played “Four Walls” for us and it was a great song. It was very hard to believe it was their very first acoustic appearance! Now, only two weeks after the MMC they are “FU!” (Finespun Unplugged) everywhere. Even at their local FYE for the release and signing of their CD “Fracture.” Oren said playing acoustic is cool because, “It’s a lot less s**t to carry!” Plus it was a lot of fun. I’m glad they didn’t feel like we were torturing them!

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Radio J - Radio For The Scene
Band Of The Month
FINESPUN
By The J
As appears in the October issue of Aural Fix Magazine - Web Source: http://www.auralfix.com/2007/10_07/profile1.html

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"...Finespun is one of the best bands in the Weed system..."

- John Leighton Beezer, Founder of Weed and Shared Music Licensing as well as member of The Thrown Ups, an early Seattle band credited with being one of the founders of grunge.

Diary of a Rock Goddess: Uncovering the Hay Stack
A Review by Aly Walansky

Every once in a while, a band that is totally different than my stream of consciousness will make its way onto my radar. Finespun is one of these bands.

Finespun's Digging Yourself Deeper , released in April 2004, is a hard-hitting modern rock band reminiscent of STP's glory days, with sweeping epic qualities similar to some of Fuel's efforts. I want to use the phrase alternative rock here, but I can't bring myself to. The meaning of that phrase has become so watered down, it would mean nothing to anyone. A lot of the appeal of a band is their ability to switch hats successfully, and this band does it with flourish. Lead vocalist Oren Barak sounds as comfortable singing gentle-rock ballads like "Mid Air" as thunderous heavily guitar-driven tracks such as "Staring Down a Gun". The lyrics are smart, often sarcastic, and overall fun even when dealing with stereotypical angst issues. Aside from the musical quality, this CD has some of the coolest enhanced graphic effects I've seen on an indie CD in a long time. Absolutely pop it into your computer and see what it can do. Their website is pretty cool too, check it out at www.finespunmusic.com.

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From Rocknetweb

I read about this band and decided to obtain their CD. Why? Well because every once in a while I come across a gem that is kind of outside of a lot of shit I listen to but not really that far outside. These guys are another gem like that. Very ambitious talented musicians offering something outside of the normal fare. These guys alternate between ballads and heavy guitar rock music and you can tell their influences come from different genres which is cool. They write really good lyrics that tell you stories and the music is fun. That's the important part. This stuff is fun to listen to. So I would definitely look these boys up and listen to their jams because you'll like what you hear. You could say they're an alternative to alternative rock.

What Aural Fix Had to say about our debut CD

Finespun self titled Independent This full-length CD is a strong initial outing by a band with a sounds for the 00's. Finespun would sound right at home at the a station like WLIR, and is right in keeping with the sound that Harlan Friedman is putting forward on his Tri-State Sounds show on that station. The sound is a mix of unusual elements - at times, the bass and guitar lines sound almost hard core, but the vocals and the songwriting are more from the genre of alternative rock. The single from this CD should definitely be the first song, "Sorry". It's a medium-speed rock anthem, with the aforementioned heavy guitar lines and a strong alternative vocal by lead singer Oren Barak. Another strong song is the slow rocker "Far Away". This is another song that would fit neatly into WLIR's format. It should also be mentioned that this CD has one of the best graphic designs I've seen on a local CD. The artwork speaks of science fiction and epic fantasy, much in the way that the covers for the old Yes LPs used to. You can find out more about this band at their web site, www.finespunmusic.com. Rich Hughes

Reviewer: Laura T Lynch of Kweevak.com (click for website)
This New York based quartet are serious musicians who write poignant poetic melodies and use thunderous beats and smoldering rock guitars to create powerful music that is almost hard-core but better described as alternative. Their influences range from jazz, to soul, to classic rock including Hendrix and John Bonham. These genres are a melting pot for the modern edgy sound that this band spins. This ten-track CD is a lively collection of well-produced well-arranged songs. 'Tuesday' opens with haunting guitars, dark ominous vocals and moves into a quicker paced bridge supported by powerful percussion. The story progress into a slower and than rapid vibe complete with a fast furious guitar solo and solid bass lines. 'Water Stains' has lyrics that are possibly full of double entendre. This beat laden track includes thunderous drumming, angry guitars and a primal beat. The multi layers of instrumentation and energized vocals make for a great alternative rock anthem.

FIRST FINESPUN REVIEW!!!

Finespun - S/T (Independent)

Finespun are yet another entry into the world of rock 'n' roll. Their own mix of indie rock and alternative puts them somewhere near the territory of superstardom of acts like Pearl Jam and Creed. That means they're good and radio ready, obviously, and I can see this spinning well on both college and normal ol' rock radio, given the chance. 'Sorry' and 'Giving Up the Ghost' are my faves, 'Sorry' is my radio pick.
***1/2

Bumpskey Artist Of The Week

www.Bumpskey.com is proud to announce this weeks "Artist Of The Week" is Finespun. With the release of their first album this band is off to a great start. Their appearance on the live from the living room show was a great one. Be sure to catch this band ...

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Latest Review From LEGENDS MAGAZINE (www.legendsmagazine.net)

...It stands to reason since musicians are modern poets and good poets are prophets of our society, they are the empaths of our thoughts and actions...the lyrics are strong, backed by deft guitar work and solid percussion ...Actually the whole CD is written in multiple analogy. It all comes together and I wonder why I haven't heard of these guys before.

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BUZZ EMPORIUM.com

* The self-titled debut from the New York based band Finespun been well received by the staff at buzzemporium.com. This CD has been receiving steady play both in our office and in my car. From the opening chords of "Sorry" to the last track "Subscribe" Finespun gives us a CD oozing with talent and catchy hooks that make this release so much fun. All 10 tracks are well written and produced - although some songs are with tongue firmly planted in cheek. These guys know how to have a good time and it shows in their music. Front man Oren Barak is backed by 3 talented musicians - their musicianship shines through in the mid-song jam on "Giving Up The Ghost". Listen to "Giving Up The Ghost" in Real Audio on the buzz Listen! page here: http://www.buzzemporium.com/buzz_Listen!.htm . Stop by their web site and buy a copy of their latest release - you too will have a hard time pulling it out of your CD player: http://www.finespunmusic.com.

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