You might have noticed that this week’s free single on iTunes is “Trinity” by Paper Tongues. At first I was a bit skeptical of a seven-man band. However, the single had good ratings, so I downloaded it. I’ve got to say, after listening to “Trinity” and a few other tracks, the music of Paper Tongues has got to be some of the coolest I’ve heard. The band is listed as Alternative, and rightly so. They manage a blend of slight rap and rock/pop with a bit of synth stuff as well. Very cool.
“Ride to California” is a highlight. It opens with a slightly ethnic beat and rap and goes into a more hip-hop/pop/rock groove that you can’t help but bob your head to. And all along, there are deep, soaring synths and guitar riffs accompanying. It’s hard to keep their music in a box. That’s one of the things that stand out to me. Paper Tongues is original. Mark my word, I predict “Trinity” will be a radio hit, and “Ride to California” will be popular among clubs, dances, and college campuses.
Be sure to download “Trinity” for free from iTunes. Also, you can get “Ride to California” for free on the Paper Tongues MySpace page and the music video on the Paper Tongues website by entering your e-mail in the form on the right side of the page. Definitely check this band out.
