Band member Mark Spurlock describes Doctor Squid’s music as “ridiculously catchy pop/rock” from Athens, Georgia. He adds that some fans have compared Squid music to “early Weezer.” Don’t know about that, but he hit the first part right on the proverbial head.
A listening experience that begins with “On My Way” confirms Spurlock’s assessment. The tune is not strong lyrically but the pop music moves in a Monkees-Brady Bunch sort of way. (Comparisons to early Dave Clark Five tunes would be going too far.) “Take a Look” is a sugary, advice song with moments of young talent shining through.
“Catchy” is a nice way to describe the tune “The Things We’ve Chased.” The guitar hook in the background helps hold the song together. This group chose to name one of their tunes “Time.” They might have left that to The Chambers Brothers, who had a much better handle on what passage of time means. But that is only a matter of time (pun intended).
Band members are: Larry Cardinal – rhythm guitar, vocals; Mark Spurlock – lead guitar; Sam Perren – bass, vocals; Mike Thompson – drums. We’re not sure where they will be playing live, outside of a few Athens-area gigs. But the young and very-young-at-heart should get a kick out of this.
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