My Favorite Highway
Great song name "Murder On The Radio!" Really, this tune (2005 Highway Robbery) has a great name. The music is good too, especially the exuberance from this youthful gathering. The song is certainly well produced, clean and very listenable. The guitar work in the middle of the song is nice. But there is so much more to this group now than when Dave and Will Cook started the group in 2005 (I hear they are cousins.)
The band’s name is My Favorite Highway, a collection of young musicians from the east coast – Fairfax, Virginia to be exact. They also have a tune called "Bigger Than Love" (2008 Highway Robbery) that is a study in restraint. Dave provides some nice controlled piano that contributes to the feel of the song but doesn’t crowd the vocals. He also provides some of the guitar work for the band. The songwriters are correct about one thing – nothing is bigger than love.
A close listen to "How To Call A Bluff" (2005 Highway Robbery) will give some idea of how much potential this young group has. In fact, during the formative years (are they still in them?) many were asking where this group would be with some experience and some touring. Perhaps the fans will soon find out. No extensive schedule has been set for My Favorite Highway yet.
My Favorite Highway on MySpace
Tags: independent music, My Favorite Highway, indie music, indie, music
March 16th, 2008 at 12:08 pm
When I looked at them, I didn’t think I’d be too impressed with them, but they really aren’t that bad at all. I’m not too thrilled with the lead vocals, but I like the lyrics, especially on “How to Call a Bluff”. With the right exposure, I believe My Favorite Highway will go far.
March 23rd, 2008 at 10:34 am
I agree. I think My Favorite Highway will go very far. There lyrics are very insperational sometimes. I really love this band. ♥
April 10th, 2008 at 10:21 pm
Kyri, I 100% agree with you. Their lyrics ARE inspirational and that is one of their biggest redeeming factors. It is also what sets them apart from many other bands in their genre. I would definitely tune in for some more.