Member Since: 11/17/2005
Band Website: justinlevinson.com
Band Members: Justin Levinson--Piano, Guitar, Vocals
Adam Popick--Drums, Vocals
Travis Hall--Bass
Dan Crosby--Lead Guitar
Influences: The Beatles, Elton John, Bob Dylan
Sounds Like: Having been compared to an early Ben Folds with a little twist of Elliott Smith thrown in, Levinson adds maturity to the obviously buoyant and bubbly pop rock style. Levinson displays strong and surprisingly deep lyrical talent, covering issues as diverse as love and the war in Iraq.With his own fervent vocal talent grounded in a strong piano-based sound, Levinson fits nicely within the genre of power pop. Almost tongue-and-cheek in nature, his sugary sweet vocals are perfectly accented with equally saccharine harmonies that ultimately show off a humorous, yet emotional mood grounded in an impressive concoction of pop bliss.Notable songs like opener "Sunny Day" set the tone for the entire album with its at times catchy and always vivacious vocals and harmonies. Taking simple pop and intertwining it with his own ear for tasteful lyrics and harmonies separates this album from other, more banal offerings within the genre. With Levinson's obvious sense of humor and sincerity mixed with his own natural talent for songwriting,1175 Boylstonproves to be an impressive debut and strong indication of good things yet to come. (The Notheast Performer)
Record Label: None
Type of Label: Indie