I came across this band Bury the Bully (originating from Toronto) while driving to another band’s show with one of my friends. We had talked about them once before but I never really gave them a listen until that night. After hearing a few tracks, I quickly snatched up their CD lifedeath&wonder from her and ever since then, I’ve been listening to it on a regular basis.
Now, I’m not entirely sure what made me tune into their unique style, but I knew what I liked, and I definitely thought there was something special about Bury the Bully. It’s hard to decide why I like them exactly but it’s probably a tie between the lyrics and the lead singer, Rich McPherson’s, sultry voice that hooked me. I’d be lying if I didn’t say I’m a sucker for a sexy voice and lyrics that actually mean something other than a mash-up of random words and phrases.
With their sound reminding me of Jimmy Eat World and Jack’s Mannequin, but still uniquely their own, I feel that they deserved to be heard by more than just my ears. They’re not like any other band I’ve come across in awhile and their lyrics are solid and have great meaning. There’s been one too many times I’ve listened to a band and wondered what the heck they were saying and what’s the purpose of their words.
Bury the Bully’s first album has been out since 2007, but rumour has it that they will be releasing their sophomore album sometime in 2010!
Intrigued? Check them out at their myspace: www.myspace.com/burythebully
Their first album lifedeath&wonder is available on itunes.
Written By: Taryn McElheran
(Originally posted on Mar 1, 2010 on www.sugarcainentertainment.com)
photo courtesy of Bury the Bully
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