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 A refreshing, unique sound |
2170 Market Street San Francisco, CA 94114 +1 415 861 5016 http://www.mergerecords.com/band.php?news=true&band_id=29 |
When mastermind Dan Bejar steps onstage with a ripped blue coat and a full frazzled head of hair, you know from the beginning that you are watching someone unique. Starting as a solo project in the early 90s, and having recorded six previous albums, Destroyer's latest record Rubies has projected them into the forefront of praise with its timeless, lyrical brilliance. While other indie rock bands continue to use pop beats to solidify their sound, Destroyer takes from Bob Dylan's poetic rhythm and David Bowie's glamorous composition to create something original and packed with emotion. At times the light bass lines, purposeful faint guitar plucking and whimsical piano make it hard not to sway back and forth. While Bejar's raw voice sometimes interrupts the clean instrumentals, both his complex lyrics and unusual singing style lend to the bands admirable, cutting-edge presence. On stage the band members are calm, but like their music, small quirks are revealed as the show progresses. From Bejar's triumphant puffy cheeks, to their one-minute break in between encores, they have a refreshing spirit. Much different from Bejar's previous collaboration with AC Newman's The New Pornographers, Nicholas Bragg, Tim Loewen, Ted Bois, Scott Morgan and Fisher Rose each play a part in a complex, multi-layered instrumentation that forms Destroyer. Whether you are in the mood for a little funk, classic glam or new age rock, this band will keep you guessing what's next. -Erin Podlipnik Destroyer has bookings scheduled across North America, including LA, and Pitchfork Media's Chicago music festival. Please see their website for further details. Review © 2009, Wcities |
 Destroyer (Cafe Du Nord) Photo: Andrey Zakharenko |
 Destroyer (Cafe Du Nord) Photo: Paul Schreiber |
 Destroyer (Cafe Du Nord) Photo: Josh |
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