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The Taxpayers - Live on KPSU
The Taxpayers' Myspace
I'm pretty jaded and picky when it comes to live music.
After working in clubs for ages, and having seen so many shows, it takes a lot to impress me, and very rarely does a band completely blow my mind.
The Taxpayers did this last week when I saw them open for Bomb the Music Industry.
Hailing from Portland, they play some of the best folk punk I've ever heard. The core of the band is guitar, bass, drums, and vocals, but they frequently bring other people and instruments into the fold (they played the shows I saw with a trumpet player and accordionist accompanying with them).
The songs are smart, fun, and catchy. Politically poignant at times, but without hammering it down your throat or sounding preachy.
They're also really nice people.
Uploaded here is a live recording of them on KPSU Radio. If you like this, or would rather start off with their studio material, head to their myspace - they have links to get both their albums for free posted there.
The Brokedowns/Sass Dragons - Split 7"
Meet your new favorite split. Sass Dragons, who just recently disbanded, sound a lot like a faster Toys That Kill, changing styles on each song, but all with the same snotty, diy feel.
On the other side are The Brokedowns, who I can't get enough of, and who rule this album with two originals and one Breeders/The Amps cover. As always, their songs are rough, catchy, witty, and original. With song titles like "Who Let The Dicks Out?" and "Viking Birthday Party," you know it's gotta be great.
