Band Scene III: British Re-Invasion

I honestly had no idea what to think of this British alt/rock group. Actually, the first time I listened through the entire ablum, I had no specific feeling or vibe of this bands' sound. Ok, so I took a second listen a few days later. Wow. It's like I was woke up in 1967 in some London Suburb, and tweed jackets were the norm. The Kooks are incredibly dynamic and edgy, much like the Fab Four. The similarities are most easily heard in the drumming, (and how the drums sound thin and bright), and the catchy and simple guitar riffs, often played with acoustic and then bringing in a heavier rythmn on electric. Although don't confuse them with some knock off impersonator band you might see at some hokey-fundraiser. They have brought their 60's sound to a new, impressive level with soaring lead vocals. On "See The World", a fast paced song with tight drumming and crunchy guitars, you can tell they have unique talent in playing and also songwriting, with deep, sensible lyrics. "She Moves In Her Own Way" is very reminiscent of the 60's sound, complete with harmonizing vocals throughout and that accent anyone could identify. Pick up their debut Inside In Inside Out for that lifelong Beatles fan, they won't be disappointed.