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The Crayons

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About Me

The Crayons:
Massachusetts, California, New Jersey, and now Albany, New York, The Crayons take life wherever singer/songwriter/guitarist KC finds a place to crash.
The Crayons first disc was an acoustic EP “236 Astor”, recorded in a garage and released on their own label. Critics and fans were instantly captured and positive reviews started pouring in…
“The disc is moody and introspective, full of melancholy lyrics that would make your eyes well up with tears if they weren’t accompanied by beautiful, upbeat guitar work. It is this odd and stirring combination that gives “236 Astor” its lasting appeal.” – Brandon Lester, The Daily Athenaum
KC, wanting more noise, enlisted the musical talent and production skills of The Churchills for his next effort. The result was the well received “What Color Are You?” released under New York indie label Cropduster Records.
“The Crayons are an edgy east coast rock band. Their music is a colorful blend of pop hooks, tight harmonies, and plenty of multi-layered guitars. A shade of gray with its fun upbeat vocals and powerful dark lyrics, overall a great combination.” - Kweevak.com
2008 "whats wrong with you"The long awaited follow up to "What Color Are You?" has arrived!! Once again produced by The Churchills. This 12 track effort has the melodic hooks, harmonies, and lush guitars The Crayons love so much but with songs that are more intimate, evoking an even darker, moodier vibration than the previous releases. One of these new tracks " Not Beautiful" was recently licensed for use on the MTV reality series "Two-A-Days". The disc includes some notable appearances by members of The Churchills, The Ruling Party, and The Alicia Keyes Band. Armed with a new and exciting live band, KC and The Crayons are coming to a town near you!
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Member Since: 6/6/2006
Band Website: thecrayonsmusic.com
Band Members: KC (vox, guitar), Mike B. (drums, vox), Terry McClain (bass, vox), Joe Freeman (guitar, vox)
Influences: The Posies, Sensefield, The Churchills, Queen, Jon Brion, Aimee Mann, Squeeze, Jellyfish, The Smiths, David Sylvian, Miracle Legion, Winter Hours, Trip Shakespeare, Throwing Muses, Letters To Cleo, and KC's Mom’s collection of 70’s power pop 45’s!
Sounds Like: EVERYTHING/ NOTHING/ SOMETHING
Record Label: Near Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

unreleased bonus track "See My Eyes"

We have just added  "See My Eyes"  to myspace. This is the only place you can hear it!!! It was recorded during the "whats wrong with you" sessions at Near Studios. We were in a differe...
Posted by The Crayons on Fri, 25 Apr 2008 03:38:00 PST

Amplifier magazine review

NEAR The Crayons’ sophomore set What’s Wrong With You (a title that segues neatly from their aptly-dubbed debut, What Color Are You) is filled with bright hues and luminous arrangements....
Posted by The Crayons on Thu, 13 Mar 2008 11:24:00 PST

powerpopaholics Aaron Kupferberg reviews "whats wrong with you"

The Crayons "What's Wrong With You?" The Crayons are wondering "What's Wrong With You?" - after all, you have here a really good power pop album with a gorgeous model on the cover, and you haven't ...
Posted by The Crayons on Wed, 27 Feb 2008 02:45:00 PST

What does Chicagos Jason Scheff think about The Crayons?

..>..>..> ..>   Check this band out... Alright, I got a message today from a guy named KC who gave me a beautiful compliment on my music. I clicked on his profile and my mind was blown. LOVE...
Posted by The Crayons on Mon, 25 Feb 2008 09:31:00 PST

Rock Lite at Albany Medical Center

Today Joe and I played a special show at Albany Medical Center. As part of a series called "Rock Lite" we were asked to perform for acute and chronically ill children who are forced due to their illne...
Posted by The Crayons on Fri, 08 Feb 2008 06:49:00 PST

NOW PINCH HITTING TOM MCWATTERS

We would like to give a huge "thank you" to Tom McWatters of the Sense Offenders for coming down to the Lark Tavern  and delivering an intense set of songs from his amazing catalog.  To...
Posted by The Crayons on Sat, 02 Feb 2008 09:29:00 PST

The Daily Gazette interview with KC & Joe

Check Out the interview with KC and Joe in the Daily Gazzette. www.dailygazette.com It's in the  Life & Arts section of the Wednesday January 30th issue. Thanks to writer ...
Posted by The Crayons on Wed, 30 Jan 2008 06:09:00 PST

Get the new CD @ cdbaby, notlame & koolkatmusik

"whats wrong with you" is now available online at www.cdbaby.com  www.notlame.com & www.koolkatmusik.com   all our merchandise will be available on our new website which should be u...
Posted by The Crayons on Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:35:00 PST

The Crayons on MTV's Two-A-Days

We are excited to announce that "Not Beautiful" was was played on the MTV series Two-A-Days! This song can be found on The Crayons new CD "whats wrong with you". Thanks to ev...
Posted by The Crayons on Sat, 07 Apr 2007 04:50:00 PST

THEYWILLROCKYOU.COM INTERVIEWS KC

HEY MUSIC FANS GO TO THEYWILLROCKYOU.COM AND CHECK OUT THIS GREAT SITE FULL OF MUSIC INFO AND INTERVIEWS.  CURRENTLY FEATURED  ARE THE CRAYONS AND THE CHURCHILLS!!!   THE SITE IS RUN BY...
Posted by The Crayons on Mon, 05 Mar 2007 12:13:00 PST