a night to remember.

It was a cold and rainy night in Williamsburg; the kind of night that keeps even die hard fans in the warmth of their homes. However, the rain and cold were not enough to keep JEFF the Brotherhood at bay. Despite being nearly one thousand miles from home, Nashville's rockingest brothers committed nothing short of murder last night at Death By Audio. Jake's growling guitar cut through the room with an unforgiving intensity. Jamin's drums beat relentlessly, gaining momentum with every highly anticipated swell. The duo blasted through crowd favorites including 'U Got the Feel' and 'Bone Jam' before they ran out of lyrics and, at the room's request, played a slew of instrumental numbers. Unfased by any lack of lyrical content, the crowd undulated incessantly to every tune that tore through the smoke filled venue. Song after song, band and audience joined forces to create an energy that could not be bested. JEFF set a fire to the stage that would burn on for hours after the conclusion of their set.

Though it would have been nearly impossible to match JEFF's performance, Screaming Females put forth a valient opening effort. Marissa's primal screams, face melting guitarwork and, despite her small stature, huge presence brought the room to life. Jarret pounded out compelling beats while King Mike's melodious bass lines syncronized the pulse of the room. Screaming Females are a boisterous and dramatic group whose live show can appeal to an array of musical inclinations.

With love,
Jake

tuesday at death by audio.

Tomorrow's show at DBA is so good!  JEFF the Brotherhood, Screaming Females and Stupid Party are gonna kick mother f-ing ass.

Hailing from Nashville, JEFF is a duo of brothers, hence ' the Brotherhood.'  Jake and Jamin Orrall play hard and fast.  Jake's slick vocals and three stringed guitar are such a dirty combination, only Jamin's heavy as lead playing style can match his riffs.  Despite their small numbers, the duo is as awesome and powerful as any group I've seen. I am confident in saying that JEFF is the next big thing in indie rock.

Screaming Females are a garage/punk rock trio from Brooklyn who kick almost as much ass as JEFF.  While their music is aggressive and energetic, they are not afraid to be a little bitchy with their singing styles.  Love 'em!

Meet me there around 9 for Stupid Party. [more info]

JEFF the Brotherhood - U Got the Look
JEFF the Brotherhood - Bone Jam
Screaming Females - I Do

Love,
Jake