Oh My Rockness ((Thermals))

The Thermals

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I love brooding, angst-filled music that gnaws at my consciousness and shreds the recesses of my soul. But I also love music that I can listen to and exclaim "How fun! How catchy!" Portland's The Thermals fall in the latter category.

The Thermals recently released Fuckin A, the excellent and just as catchy follow-up to one of our favorite records of 2003, More Parts Per Million.

And you won't find many bands that are more fun to see live. At a Thermals gig, expect the following: play two and half minute song, one second pause, play three minute song, tune, play two minute song, one second pause, repeat cycle for thirty to thirty-three minutes. And it's damn hard to resist their charm.

Hutch Harris' highly infectious lyrics master the teetering line of simple yet clever wordplay sans the superficiality. And The Thermals know that a smile and, dare I say, a little joy absolutely have a place in rock right alongside loneliness and utter despair. They make the kids feel alright.

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