The Head (band)

The Head is an indie rock band from Atlanta, Georgia. It consists of three members: guitarist Jacob Morell, drummer Jack Shaw, and bassist/vocalist Mike Shaw.

History

When they were growing up, Jack and Mike Shaw, who are twin brothers, often listened to music together, including The Beatles, The Stone Roses, Mazzy Star, and Elliott Smith.[1] The Shaw brothers started playing music with each other when they were 9,[2] and formed the Head with their friend Morell in 2007, when all three members were 14 years old and went to the same high school (specifically, Holy Spirit Preparatory School).[2][3] The band released their debut album, Puckered, in 2009.[4] Their second album, Hang On, was released in 2011.[3] Their third release, the Girls of the Yukon EP, was released in 2013; it represented their first experience recording songs while playing live together in studio.[4][5] They played in a production of One Man, Two Guvnors by Georgia Shakespeare in July 2014.[2] They released another EP, Millipedes, in November 2015.[6]

Reception

In Spin, Jon Young described Hang On as "charming and shiny" and said that the Head "have mastered the beloved science of catchy, toe-tapping melodies plus rich vocal harmonies".[7] Creative Loafing's Bobby Moore reviewed "Millipedes", saying that on the EP, the band "demonstrate[s] pop knowledge and mastery beyond their years" and giving it three out of five stars.[6]

References

  1. ↑ Rae Smith, Kelly (28 January 2015). "The Head discuss brotherly bonds, a new record, and 'Jesus'". Charleston City Paper. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
  2. 1 2 3 Zusel, Yvonne (10 July 2014). "Modern band the Head fits vibe of ’60s-themed show". Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
  3. 1 2 Mills, Fred (15 November 2013). "Track Premiere: Meet Young Atlanta Trio The Head". Blurt. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
  4. 1 2 Breeland, Nadia (26 September 2013). "The Head release 'Girls of the Yukon' EP". Creative Loafing Atlanta. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
  5. ↑ Brasted, Chelsea (10 December 2013). "Atlanta-based powerpop band The Head to play Mud and Water on Dec. 18". NOLA.com. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
  6. 1 2 Moore, Bobby (24 November 2015). "The Head: Millipedes EP". Creative Loafing Atlanta. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
  7. ↑ Young, Jon (21 June 2011). "The Head, ‘Hang On’ (The Head Music)". Spin. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
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