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Trees is an alternative band from Clinton Township, Michigan. They came to my
attention through the drummer, Kyle Serruys.
Their
profile also lists Emo as a genre, which was interesting because it's really
rare for a band to claim that title for themselves. With the music being
extremely personal, and a low-key instrumentation, it does seem appropriate. The
first thought will probably be that it is folk-adjacent in terms of what is
going on instrumentally, especially with "Going Home", which is
practically a lullaby. However, emotionally it is more personal than folk.
There
are just three members. Along with Serruys, Natalie Green does secondary
percussion and some vocals, and Brandon James Ellis rounds out the trio with
vocals, bass, and guitar. That could
make for a pretty minimalist sound, but there are complexities to the
accompaniment. It is nonetheless very low-key.
Fans
of Celtic music may enjoy the band as well. That is just a hunch, but listen to
"Weary Eyes" and see if it doesn't make sense.
They
are doing some experimentation as well. You can hear a remix of "Where Did
We Go Wrong" that is more electronic, and ends up being a bit moodier and
more unworldly. The original version feels more anchored.
Talking
Trees is working on a full-length debut, but there is not a date posted at this
time. Current music is available via iTunes.
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