You Oughta Know : MUTEMATH

Taking cues from several decades of alternative rock, MUTEMATH fuses together the synth-dance epics of New Order, Stone Roses' shambling shuffle, Radiohead's chilliness, Air's ambient pop, and the booming vocals of mainstream pop/rock. But the New Orleans-rooted band -- singer/keyboardist Paul Meany with his Eric Clapton-like bravado, hard bass and guitar strumming Roy Mitchell-Cárdenas and Darren King providing their signature bluesy shuffle on drums -- holds the music pride of their hometown in every note. MUTEMATH easily blends hints of soul and gritty American classic rock without missing a beat. In addition to the critical approbation MUTEMATH has amassed since releasing their 2004 EP, especially for their third studio album release Odd Soul and i... More»

Taking cues from several decades of alternative rock, MUTEMATH fuses together the synth-dance epics of New Order, Stone Roses' shambling shuffle, Radiohead's chilliness, Air's ambient pop, and the booming vocals of mainstream pop/rock. But the New Orleans-rooted band -- singer/keyboardist Paul Meany with his Eric Clapton-like bravado, hard bass and guitar strumming Roy Mitchell-Cárdenas and Darren King providing their signature bluesy shuffle on drums -- holds the music pride of their hometown in every note. MUTEMATH easily blends hints of soul and gritty American classic rock without missing a beat. In addition to the critical approbation MUTEMATH has amassed since releasing their 2004 EP, especially for their third studio album release Odd Soul and its single "Blood Pressure," MUTEMATH has earned respect for their DIY approach to everything including their music videos. The Grammy-nominated clip for the band's 2007 single "Typical" was conceived, coordinated and shot by MUTEMATH in one take. MUTEMATH has been simmering slowly, crafting a spontaneity and spark that's ready to catch fire worldwide. Find out more about the guys comprising this New Orleans alt-rock collective and their jazz-laced, groove-driven sound.«Less