Album Reviews

From Brooklyn, NY come the Ludlow Lions. They originally released “No Stories” in 2009 as a donation-based digital download, but are now releasing the CD version on March 16th. Mark that day in your calendar so you won’t forget to pick up a copy of a very good album.

Started by primary songwriter and lead vocalist Brendan Coon when he moved to NY in 2005, Ludlow Lions don’t sound like a lot of bands out there. Coon is further backed up by guitarist and noise aficionado Jordan Melkin, bassist and former Nakatomi Plaza member Oscar Albis Rodriguez and a revolving cast of drummers.

“No Stories” is a solid collection of songs that I’d describe as indie rock with loads of 90s influences coming from acts like Pixies, Dinosaur Jr, Lemonheads, Guided By Voices and the likes. Then add a healthy dose of Elvis Costello and you’re getting close. I just really like the band’s ability to create a warm guitar sound along with Coon’s vocals and their firm understanding of mixing melody and melancholy.

Head over to the band’s site to download the album or pick up a copy of the CD in March!