Marching Band

This indie/pop band is certainly pop, but it sounds like fun music. Here’s their MySpace info, in short form: Based in Linköping, Sweden. In 2008, their first full-length album Spark Large was recorded and highlights the bands one-of-a-kind indie pop sound. While the group does use the mainstay rock sounds of guitars, drums and bass guitar, they also employ an array of more eccentric musical instruments for a indie/pop band, such as xylophone, marimba, banjo, vibraphone and unique vocal harmonies. Marching Band is Erik Sunbring and Jacob Lind from Linkoping, Sweden. According to this dynamic duo, all they need are two bikes, one laptop, three microphones and their keen sense of whimsical instrumentation.”

For a good sample of the light, interesting fare from this Swedish group, try “Make No Plans.” That pretty much says it about this group. But don’t feel you understand them because you see or hear the surface. There is some depth here that will only become apparent with time. They are working with the producer who helped put together collections for several top groups.

“Gorgeous Behavior” is getting a lot of listen. It’s a neat tune. Some of the “Winchester Cathedral” or Turtles sound from the 60s. Nice.

Here’s what the boys state on their Web site: “Our new record will be released on U & L Records August 5, 2008.”

Marching Band on MySpace

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