After we caught the Attendance Records benefit show at Holy Mountain, we were able to swing by Cheer Up Charlies to catch the tail end of a set by instrumental pop act Chipper Jones. We premiered a video from their new album last week and were glad to be able to catch a bit of the live show. The duo plays a math-rock influenced brand of pop music, but maintains a smooth minimalism that makes the songs accessible.
As with many young bands, their talent is more apparent in a live setting than recorded. As much as recording has been made accessible and economically viable for young bands, a gap still exists between professional and DIY recordings. Even though we were drawn into the recordings from Chipper Jones’ new album, their live show offers even greater depth. We’re also encouraged by seeing a band create music that falls far from the majority of music being created not just locally but nationally. These busy, flourishing arrangements are full of life.
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