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"The West Palm Beach, Fla., foursome of Surfer Blood (formerly known as TV Club) come to us with an irresistibly catchy piece of, well, surf-y rock, at least (also a bit Weezer-esque in a very good way). The track's opening salvo of distorted guitar riffs and heavily reverbed vocals is quickly followed by the punchy eponymous chorus before settling into the island groove of the middle section that builds back up to the anthemic end." - Pitchfork.com
"On a recommendation from a friend, I went to check 'em out. They played in this small venue, where I've seen a lot of shows... but I've never seen it as packed. You'll be hearing more from this band for sure." - Ian Witlen, Spin.com
It's not very often you go into a show blind and leave wowed but that what my reaction to seeing West Palm Beach, Florida's Surfer Blood last night at Bruar Falls. I think I was expecting a slightly poppier take on the shambolic noise skuzz that blows through smaller Williamsburg venues these days. But, despite reverbed vocals and echo guitars effects that would sometimes seize and glitch like an episode of Tim & Eric, Surfer Blood make accomplished, hook-filled indie rock with clever arrangements and great harmonies, as performed by four guys who can actually, you know, play. You hear so little music like this anymore from new bands -- Seattle's BOAT come to mind -- that is this catchy, skilled but not polished. It's not going to change your life or anything (yes, they do sound a little like the Shins), but it'll have you humming and awaiting the next time they come through town. I only wish I'd known about their first NYC show so I could've seen them more than once.- Sound Bites NYC
"West Palm Beach indie outfit Surfer Blood, formerly known as TV Club, revives the same lo-fi, post-punk qualities that Joy Division embodied. The band's a little 1980s, a little experimental, and at times, more than a little melancholic. Beyond all the gloomy stuff, though, Surfer Blood's songs are catchy as hell and incorporate Of Montreal-style harmonies that mitigate its maudlin mood." - Erica Landau, New Times
"Their name is a perfect fit, as they’ve got a real Beach Boys-y summertime sound, but with something darker lurking beneath the surface…" - www.sweatrecordsmiami.com
"I was swept by West Palm Beach’s Surfer Blood (formerly TV Club). Like sweetness accosted by danger and chaos, their blaring guitar pop pairs ringing, lovely and occasionally triumphant melodies with head-rushing swells of noise. They’re onto an exhilaratingly modern sound and have the goods to make big ripples. And wrecking your instruments at the end of your set never hurts." - The Orlando Weekly
"Last night I was converted. I'm a true believer. I've always thought Surfer Blood had something special to offer us but last night... well... WOW! They've come a long way and are officially my favorite local band to watch. Their upcoming disc Astro Coast is awesome and their live performances are electric. They bring the sound and I'm extremely impressed." - TheHoneycomb.com
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