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 Post subject: Posted: Sun Apr 03, 2005 3:27 pm 
Comprising four siblings and a friend, the members of Eisley seem like they should be riding around in a beater van with a dog, solving mysteries. The group may well have the van, but if so, they're using it for transportation to gigs. They're musicians, you see. The family DuPree - from left: guitarist Chauntelle, keyboardist Stacy, drummer Weston and singer-guitarist Sherri - along with bassist Jon Wilson, at right, play together with a preternatural interconnectedness. The layered harmonies on their recent full-length debut, "Room Noises," are almost spooky, and the songs are pleasant pop-rock constructions. Here's one mystery, actually: how they ended up on the same bill with frown-punk purveyors New Found Glory and jokester emo troupe Reggie & the Full Effect Friday at the Webster Theatre, 31 Webster St., Hartford. Tickets are $17.50; doors open at 7 p.m. Information: 860-525-5553. - ERIC R. DANTON _________________ Don't you let them tell you you're an ugly child. They are blind to the beauty that lies within |
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Post subject: Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2005 1:16 pm
http://www.riftrock.com/reviews.php?c=306 _________________ Don't you let them tell you you're an ugly child. They are blind to the beauty that lies within |
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Post subject: This is a good one! Posted: Wed Apr 27, 2005 2:29 pm
Hey guys! I just recently got into Eisley's music after I read this review, it's a really good one. I just went out and bought the album and now I love it! I was also wondering if it was anyone in here who wrote it? http://www.elvaq.com/vnews/display.v/ART/2005/04/22/42683bd723540?in_a rchive=1 "Trying to pigeonhole Eisley into one particular genre is a tough job. It would be like trying to fit a dodecahedron into a square-shaped hole. Some might be quick to dismiss this talented group of young musicians as just another artsy-roots-folk-indie-alterna-pop-rock group, but they are so much more than that. Simply put, Eisley makes music: beautifully haunting, emotionally riveting music..." |
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Post subject: Posted: Sat Apr 30, 2005 8:40 pm
I don't know how anybody could give "room noises" a bad review. it's the best stuff that has come out in a while. people do have their opinions and when it comes to this record, that opinion sucks. i'm sure the band couldn't care less. i just wanted to stick up for them anyway. we saw them today at coachella and it was way cool. we also look forward to seing them on friday. peace rich |
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Joined: 21 Apr 2005 | Posts: 4 | Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Post subject: Posted: Thu May 05, 2005 12:21 am
http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2005/052005/05052005/1754983 This one is good but it says Eisley is from Arizona. Ah pooh. _________________ Don't you let them tell you you're an ugly child. They are blind to the beauty that lies within |
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Post subject: Posted: Sun May 08, 2005 9:19 am
Eisley - Room Noises by author name on Wednesday 13 April 2005 punk-music.net Recommended tracks: Telescope Eyes, Marvelous Things, Brightly Wound, and Plenty of Paper. After a long wait filled with various tours and two EPs, Eisley has finally released its debut full length Room Noises. Eisley is one of those bands who has a mysterious entrance in the music. Meaning, the listener cannot exactly figure out why he or she loves the music but simply cannot get enough of it. The four siblings and family best friend, fit together almost perfectly to form the near-perfect female-led musical group. The fact that the three vocalists are all sisters helps to explain why their voices harmonize together almost perfectly. What is more is that they know how perfectly their voices sound together and that there is rarely a time when you will hear a single voice for a long amount of time. While some were disappointed to see that a few of the EP tracks made it to the album, most of those songs were redone enough that it is almost hard to recognize them. One such song is Telescope Eyes, the first single to come off of the album. The original EP version was at a much slower tempo and the redone version is much more upbeat and adds a lot to the song. In fact, the only EP-port track that has very little difference is Marvelous Things. If there is one complaint about the album, it is that many of the tracks seem to blend together and sound very alike. However, this is rather difficult to avoid due to the nature of the band. And while some of the songs do have similarities, the album is still very soothing and entertaining to listen to. Overall, the debut full-length from Eisley is a bright surprise among the high quantity of punk bands that mold themselves after each other. Even if you are not into slower, more melodic style of music be sure to pick up Room Noises and just listen to your cares disappear. Rating: 93% _________________ Don't you let them tell you you're an ugly child. They are blind to the beauty that lies within |
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Post subject: Posted: Sun May 08, 2005 9:21 am
kludge magazine Eisley, A quintet of four siblings (three females, one male) and a friend of the family have finally come out with a full length. In their two previous EPs, Eisley showed they had something special and it only flourishes further on Room Noises. Some of the songs on this one are from those EPs, but tighter and smoother.Their beautifully eerie songs enrapture the listener and make you want to follow them wherever these soft sirens are taking you. Complete with splendid harmonies and their simple, yet soothing take on pop/rock, Eisley is able to create lush visions of dark fairy tales. “Dreary birds parade across the dreary sky.” Haunting, yet always beautiful lyrics that slowly pull you into their world, “Oh...lying in the sun/Everyday feeling all of the magic in life/You might find the wonder,” sings DuPree in "Marvelous Things." From beginning to end, song after song the group slowly lets you drift off into some wonderland that you will never want to leave from. Room Noises is an elegant album that mixes the bittersweet with sheer optimism, showing that Eisley has a good future ahead of them. The DuPree sisters' could lure me out into any lost forest and sing me to sleep any time. “Here's a song for you lovely/Remember that it is for you only, for you only.” Take me! Eisley - Laughing City Eisley - Marvelous Things _________________ Don't you let them tell you you're an ugly child. They are blind to the beauty that lies within |
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Post subject: Posted: Sun May 08, 2005 9:23 am
REVIEW: EISLEY, ROOM NOISES By Thomas Nash----Relevant Magazine This is a tough job. I’m supposed to retain my critical objectivity in describing Room Noises, the debut full-length album by teen wunderkinds Eisley. The problem is that the album is so enjoyable that I’ll have to grasp at the proverbial straws to find a flaw. Room Noises begins with a newly recorded version of the previously released “Memories.” And I guess this is where objectivity should kick in. I wish that Room Noises contained all new songs. There are a total of four songs that have been heard before. Three of them—“Memories,” “Telescope Eyes” and “I Wasn’t Prepared”—have been re-ecorded (with the exception of “Telescope Eyes”) to superb results. The fanciful “Marvelous Things” though, is exactly as Aaron Sprinkle produced it for the Marvelous Things EP, showing that Eisley wisely knows that perfection can’t be improved upon. The most striking thing about Room Noises is the overwhelming charm of Eisley’s music. They harmonize fantastically; and artful, multilayered harmony has sadly gone into disuse in current pop music. There is a youthful exuberance and a keen collective imagination at work here. If James M. Barrie were a contemporary author and a movie was being made about Peter Pan, I feel certain he’d want Eisley to score it. When you hear them singing “I shall never grow up” on “Brightly Wound,” you’ll believe them and wish you hadn’t yourself. Musically there are many possible points of reference to compare Eisley, but they have no peer that corresponds to their precise style. Yes, there are some nods to Belly, Sixpence None the Richer and The Sundays, and there are even some striking similarities to those artists. Overall though, Eisley is one of a kind. Some people may be turned off by the fact that Eisley consists of mostly teenagers, but don’t let their youth dissuade you from giving them a chance. They write ALL of their songs, play their own instruments, and they even produce and mix some of the songs on Room Noises. How many youthful acts can say that? Let’s just say that if Eisley should play on Saturday Night Live, you wouldn’t see any lip-synching “band malfunctions.” From start to finish this album is entrancing. You’ll tell people to quiet down around you so that you can hear the music better. True, Eisley hasn’t created a treatise on the state of world politics like Radiohead might. And they aren’t trying to convince you of a hidden agenda. Plainly and simply, Eisley is an escape from that oh so serious mindset that the world has gotten us into. Escape is good. [Thomas Nash is one half of the indie music duo Tiny Rain. He enjoys writing and recording music with his wife Jana, and has been known to say odd things from time to time for effect. This isn’t one of those times.] _________________ Don't you let them tell you you're an ugly child. They are blind to the beauty that lies within |
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Post subject: Posted: Sun May 08, 2005 9:31 am
PLAYBACK Obsessed with Radiohead, maybe short-shorts– and sharpie mustache–loving Reggie and the Full Effect wasn’t the keenest of touring partners for Eisley. But then again, you can’t reason with kids. This quintet of young Texas sensations—three sisters, a brother, and a lifelong neighbor—are fronted by 15-year-old (20 years too young to even apply for chanteuse status) Stacy DuPage; big sis Chauntelle is the band elder at 22. Their debut full-length Room Noises reminds you of the gentlest hands and lazily slapping laundry strung out to sun-dry on a clear summer day. They don’t cry about tough childhoods or skater bois, but instead craft an intricate balance between ether and earth, subtly harmonizing and coming off as breezes more than people. The band’s been playing coffeehouses and clubs for seven years, starting with their parents’ Christian-themed joint. They are mature beyond reason and road-tested, definitely packing varsity potential. Good luck with Common Denominator. —Sean Moeller _________________ Don't you let them tell you you're an ugly child. They are blind to the beauty that lies within |
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Post subject: Posted: Tue May 10, 2005 7:12 am
When I first stumbled upon one of Eisley's first EP's, I was fairly certain that we'd be hearing from these young folks again. "Letters To Cleo-meets-Radiohead" was an either too strong or too undercooked description. Hey, it can happen. Tryin' to 'get' a band's essence based on a mere four tunes is not so easy. So now that I've had several nice, long listening sessions with Eisley's full-length Room Noises, I'd have to say that my quick description was only partially on target. Sure, there are some Radiohead-esque noises going on, but that's just a small part of their thing. Other stylistic bits: country music (pedal steel guitar used as beautiful coloration during "Golly Sandra"), snazzy vocal harmonies (just about every song) and novel uses of melody ("Marvelous Things" and, especially, "I Wasn't Prepared", where I am slayed by Sherri DuPree's trilling vocals trailing the line "I Wasn't Prepared For This". Her voice does sound like Kay Hanley, but also Harriet Wheeler (The Sundays).) Now, back to Radiohead for just a minute. Just for fun, I googled (Google: a website, a search engine, a verb, a dessert topping, a floorwax) Eisley and Radiohead. The results included these interesting tidbits: The entire DuPree clan was home-schooled (Chauntelle, Sherri, Weston and Stacy) Stacy wrote her first song at the age of 8 Chauntelle was indeed inspired by Radiohead's OK Computer Their first gigs were a Christian-music-centered coffehouse in their hometown of Tyler, Texas Interesting, and very talented kids. They've taken a bunch of their influences, filtered at least partially through their parents' record collection, and have come up with a shimmering (I have to use that word, "shimmering", because "luminous" is on my list of OverusedCriticSpeakWords) example of what's always been so great about pop music (hmmm, maybe music in general): elevating and distilling human experiences into a musical essence. Like poetry, with additional wiggly air molecules. The idea of "Bands Deserving of More Recognition" has been around for a long time and the list of qualifying groups is a long one. Eisley is right near the top of my list. Bands like Coldplay have taken them out on tour. Currently, they're out there right now with New Found Glory. They also seem to be getting a fair amount of attention from the likes of MTV, VH1 and Rolling Stone. I'll keep my fingers crossed. Mark Journal _________________ Don't you let them tell you you're an ugly child. They are blind to the beauty that lies within |
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Post subject: Posted: Tue May 10, 2005 2:38 pm
i posted that Relevant review many moons ago. _________________ I am Torgo. I take care of the place while the Master is away. |
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Post subject: Posted: Wed May 11, 2005 11:58 pm
Make Believe Is Much Too Fun: Oh What Marvelous Things Eisley Have In Store Heather Yarnell @ Serendipity Media It's not very often that we come across an album capable of taking us to a universe far removed from the world headlines that have a way of swirling about the brain on a daily basis. It's even rarer for that album to successfully hold up upon repeat plays. If you've found that music hasn't been providing you with the escape you crave, we would like to introduce you to the realm Eisley own and operate. It's a place where the pull between fantasy and reality is ever present, where the struggle between childlike innocence and world-weary adulthood is duking it out ever so gracefully. On these hills, you might catch a glimpse of a bat with butterfly wings or view your tour guide holding sunlight and swallowing fireflies as birds parade across the dreary sky above. And if you happen to forget about documenting your glorious experience, don't worry about it. Eisley have already done that for you and it's just one spin of a CD away. Hailing from Tyler, Texas, Eisley consists of siblings Sherri, Stacy, Chauntelle and Weston DuPree and friend Jonathan Wilson (ranging in age from sixteen to twenty-three). When the DuPree parents opened a coffeehouse in a local mall, word quickly spread across East Texas of the youthful band that could be found playing there. Requests for performances drew the quartet to schools and churches, and before long Eisley could be seen and heard at key music festivals in the area. A homemade demo was quickly generating buzz as it circulated across the country and record company showcases in New York and Los Angeles were not far behind. The speed at which things then fell into place is remarkable. The band was signed by Reprise Records, Coldplay called upon them to open their 2003 U.S. tour (even going so far as to play the Eisley track "Tree Tops" in rehearsals) and esteemed publications such as Entertainment Weekly and Blender were overflowing with praise for the five friends. With the EPs Laughing City and Marvelous Things released in May and December of 2003, the following year was set aside to complete what would become their full-length debut. I followed a rabbit through rows of mermaid entwined shrubbery. Raised on a musical diet of artists including Pink Floyd, Radiohead, The Beatles and Joni Mitchell, Eisley's whimsical alternative pop recalls the sounds of Sixpence None the Richer, Belly, The Innocence Mission, The Sundays and Coldplay while still possessing a firm grip on territory all their own. Featuring production from Rob Schnapf (Elliott Smith, Beck), John Shanks (Sheryl Crow, Michelle Branch), Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Sixpence None The Richer), Aaron Sprinkle (Anberlin, Mae) and Eisley themselves, the twelve tracks that make up Room Noises establish this debut as a work in a class entirely by itself. Keeping it in the family has clearly been a wise decision as the wonder team of Sherri (vocals, guitar), Stacy (vocals, keyboards), Chauntelle (guitar), Weston (drums) and Jonathan (bass) has hit a musical home run on their first try. Noises is forty-one minutes of fantastic art pop, sounding both intricate and effortless at once. The imagery overflowing from each exquisitely designed piece is truly impressive, as the band has used unusual metaphors and refreshing creativity when penning their mysterious compositions. The thought-provoking and cryptic wordplay works in their advantage, as what may first seem like a set of simple nonsensical lullabies evolves into so much more upon continued inspection. Containing eight originals as well as four songs that have been further developed since their days residing on those previously mentioned EPs, Noises is one of those rare albums that lacks a single weak number. Sure, certain songs possess greater impact and staying power than others, but there isn't a moment present that feels like filler. From the opening strains of "Memories" straight through to the closing applause of "Trolley Wood," it's clear this creation is something very special. The bittersweet sentiments of said opener gracefully introduces itself in a most captivating way, allowing us to take part in its story of musical blooms and otherworldly communication between a husband and wife. The following song, lead single "Telescope Eyes," also employs a similar and equally intriguing conversational trick. This time the banter is between two school kids, one carelessly tossing rejection in a peer's face and one yearning to no longer be made to feel unworthy. The rain tumbled down through the cracks in the sky. The haunting "I Wasn't Prepared" is another mesmerizing work and album highlight. As the intensity continues to build, lovely layers of vocals harmonize on a lyric sure to keep many a fan puzzled: When the morning came the bees flew down and wrapped themselves around me / And that's when I spoke a word to have them trace your face for me in pollen. Eisley deserve a standing ovation for making something as simple as I wasn't prepared for this sound so heartbreaking. "Marvelous Things" is the last of four previously released songs to surface on Room Noises and it's eerie quality has remained intact. Having awoken to a morning that holds some extraordinary but creepy things on the horizon, all that's left to do is be awed by the magic surrounding them. Marvelous indeed. Besides, how many songs can you say begin with a verse as original as I awoke the dawn / Saw horses growing out the lawn? The lush "Brightly Wound" keeps Noises' delicate momentum waltzing ahead smoothly. Floating across its lilting melody is the peaceful confession I shall never grow up / Make believe is much too fun / Can we go far away to the humming meadow? It also includes some of the album's most interesting arrangements, as two entirely different sets of lyrics are performed simultaneously at one point. The atmospheric "Lost at Sea" seemingly takes comfort in a small but important accomplishment while addressing how life's challenges can be rather enjoyable with the right mind set. You can practically envision yourself bobbing along in the salty ocean, awash in hazy watercolor blues and greens, completely clueless to how you're going to get out of this but confident that just over those waves, the security of home is drawing near. "My Lovely" is one of the more forthright and upbeat tracks to find its way onto Room Noises, with a cheerful melody and simple love-centered lyrics, while the acoustic guitar-accompanied "Just Like We Do" is yet another pretty, though decidedly less interesting, offering from the band. "One Day I Slowly Floated Away," a moody chronicle of mercy and appreciation, features one of the album's most enchanting and thought-provoking messages. Perhaps the only time Noises' lyrics seem a bit silly is on the closing "Trolley Wood," but the unassuming and understated number completes the journey in a modest way. I cut the moon in half and stuck a piece to my hair. Though much of Noises maintains Eisley's trademark gorgeous sound throughout, the band does show signs of breaking out into other musical landscapes. Look no further than the stuttering, lap steel-accompanied "Golly Sandra," the frantic, fractured fairy tale of "Plenty of Paper" or the warped bridge of "My Lovely." In fact, the wonderfully wacky "Paper" just might be the best song here. Set in a world where the bugs have sprouted facial expressions, the stars have been stashed in a bucket and half of the moon has been placed in someone's hair, it's impossible not to love this kooky playground. Being paired with such a dizzy musical arrangement makes for one experience that will have you eager to retrace its pathway time and time again. Eisley list such literary icons as C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien and Ray Bradbury as a few of their favorite authors and that influence is obvious over the course of Noises. In fact, we're almost inclined to describe the album as the musical equivalent of Alice in Wonderland, A Series of Unfortunate Events or one of Tim Burton's quirky flicks. There may be a curiously murky quality lurking in the corners of the album, but there's always a fantasy element keeping a light, hopeful feeling conquering any darkness that is working ever so hard to seep its way in. The eccentric expressions found within Noises may seem obscure and impenetrable to some, while appearing precious and childish to others, but each tune speak volumes. Death, doubt, rejection and other forms of confusion and chaos can't deter these five from seeing the beauty that life is unfurling before them. If that description somehow fails in making this clear, those seeking an angst-ridden project should look elsewhere. For those of you seeking out a bit of encouragement or beautiful escape, you've found your album. In Room Noises, Eisley have delivered an intelligent, artistic pop album that displays pure, innocent beauty at its finest. It's still there, waiting to be discovered, even if you must elude the real world to enjoy it. Heather Yarnell @ Serendipity Media _________________ ~Heather 
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Jun 09, 2005 12:21 pm
My review is too long, and very confusing without the bold and italics stuff, so I'm just going to give a link to it. http://www.epinions.com/content_176145731204 I also have reviews on... Marvelous Things http://www.epinions.com/content_177604169348 and Laughing City http://www.epinions.com/content_177625796228 |
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Jun 16, 2005 5:31 pm
all i have to say is that it was one of the most enjoyable and accessible albums i've heard recently. probably period. |
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Joined: 11 Jun 2005 | Posts: 88 | Location: San Francisco
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Post subject: Posted: Thu Jun 16, 2005 5:32 pm
oc325 wrote: all i have to say is that it was one of the most enjoyable and accessible albums i've heard recently. probably period. i agree |
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