It's very hard to compare bands that are creating completely different music, you have to try and avoid jumping to judgments because of genre. The bands being represented by Platform-1 are no exception to this problem. There is no doubt that each band is amazing in its own right, but nonetheless I have my own personal favorites. So for me this is the Spring '09 semester's list of the best of Platform-1 (by region).
East Coast
Conservative Man
- This band's foot-tapping, synth power pop reminds me of 80s dance music. If you like MGMT and Peter, Bjorn, and John you'll like Conservative Man, just expect a little more 80s sound.
West Coast
Our Satori
- This California band sounds like they belong in a place where summer never ends. They have that great jam band feel, the sound of summer.
The Rest of the U.S.
The Pinstripe 45s
- Think Bob Dylan. Great acoustic, folk rock. Amazing lyrics. Emotion filled vocals. A must listen.
Outside U.S.
Hogni
- This guy can belt it. He has an amazingly powerful, soulful voice mixed with great funk beats and solid lyrics.
My Favorite Overall: Pinstripe 45s
I highly recommend that you check out every band. These are my favorites but they all fit into my favorite genres. I promise there are a lot of other amazing bands in different genre. This wasn't an easy list for me to make because pure and simple - there is too much great music!
Band to check out: Pinstripe 45s
Movie to see: Magnolia
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