Even though I have a big logjam of All Songs Considered podcasts, I will make it a point to listen to every single one of them. Not only because they play songs by so many great bands — many of which I haven’t heard of — but because otherwise, I’d miss true unknown gems such as the Kopecky Family Band.
The gurus over at NPR led off their CMJ recap podcast with a track from this band that they’d discovered during the showcase.
Each song by this seven-piece outfit from Nashville is led vocally by a man (Gabe) and woman (Kelsey Joy) working in perfect harmony. They kinda remind me of The Magic Numbers in that way. But I don’t want you to think that’s necessarily who they sound like — this group has much more of a folk vibe going for it.
With seven members in the band, you get a lot of different instruments, but the two that will catch your ear immediately are the cello and violin.
With all those instruments, along with the dual vocals, all of the songs are very full. Gabe’s vocals remind me a lot of the lead singer from Gomez, while Kelsey Joy’s don’t remind me of anyone in particular — they’re just really solid.
The dudes at NPR said the band is amazing live, and after watching this impromptu clip, I would have to concur.
Since forming in late 2007, the group has released a pair of EPs — Embrace and Disaster. I already consider the latter to be among the best albums of the year.
For more on Kopecky Family Band, check out their MySpace page and the official website.
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