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Features - Hear it First
Ebu Gogo Hear it First by Sean Butze | April 16th, 2007
 Ebu Gogo is a three-piece instrumental group from Providence, Rhode Island that combines upbeat rock grooves with classic 80’s synth to make impressive movements of film-inspired sonic experimentation. As stated on the band’s MySpace page, Ebu Gogo’s “sole purpose is to enjoy itself, reference movies more than music and embrace its inner nerd.” Indeed, the group definitely places a strong emphasis on having fun and draws most of its influence from classic movies such as Creepshow, Gremlins and The Goonies, to name just a few.
The band’s first and only album to date, entitled Chase Scenes 1-14, is a homemade collection of songs that pack a seriously surprising punch. From the spastic opener “Cuckoo For Bird Flu,” to the groovy “Marathon Morning” and the tranquil “Cave of Les Miserably,” Chase Scenes showcases a diverse and amusing array of tunes. The drums and bass supply plenty of driving beats and intricate rhythms, while the synthesizer embarks on wild tangents of entertaining and often hilarious melodies that evoke fond memories of primitive 80’s Hollywood film scores. Each track rapidly develops and moves into the next, making for a whirlwind of a listening experience that seems to end just as it got started.
While Ebu Gogo’s music certainly comes off as comical, you need only look at the bug-eyed goggles worn by the band members during performances to realize that they wouldn’t have it any other way. It seems clear that the band’s primary goal is to have fun with their music and to resurrect the inner children of those who grew up watching the Hollywood films that they adore. But do not let their goofiness and sense of humor fool you—Ebu Gogo possess a sharp artistic insight and sophisticated skills that pushes their sound to impressive heights.
More on Ebu Gogo
LISTEN: MySpace
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Photo by J. Lederer Imaging (jennylederer.com)
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