PRESS
“Wires in the Walls plant their flag on the same solitary stretch of Americana as bands such as Okkervil River and Magnolia Electric Co., coloring their winsome tunes with horns, accordion and euphonium.”
“Wires in the Walls put strong melodies and anthemic lyrics over an Americana rock backdrop…their new Call Signs EP deftly navigate(s) between broad appeal and creative distinction. In a Los Angeles music scene so frequently enamored with angular guitars, harsh synths, and fuzzbox noise, here is a band that simply reaches out and touches the listener…it’s easily the most interesting thing I’ve heard in 2010 thus far. Strong, distinct, beautiful, and moving. What else could you possibly want in a record?”
~ http://classicalgeektheatre.blogspot.com/
“It’s really no surprise that Los Angeles-based band Wires in the Walls has garnered attention in the indie rock-slash-alternative community. Their lyrics are tongue in cheek and unabashedly honest; their sound is mellow, poignant, but far from intrusive. Americana with a modern twist, try. Wires in the Walls seem to work comfortably within their limits, on their own terms… (and) if their goal has been to make their approach seamless, without pretense (i.e. quality over quantity, substance over selling out) then they’ve surpassed it.”
“Eschewing a majority of genre-tag rock prefixes (post-, indie-, noise-, etc.), Wires in the Walls’ Call Signs EP spends its four-song running time simply getting down to the business of being a rock ‘n roll band that’s all heart(land), far more entranced by Americana and the mood generated by horn-bled grooves and grit rather than biting dance-rock guitar lines or synthy noise. Simultaneously weary and electric, painfully intimate yet openly inviting (most especially on the breathy strum and twang of “Twin Jet Engines”), if the EP has a flaw, it’s that the disc is far too short—with music this good, the fact that the EP has to end in under twenty minutes is almost as painful as the gorgeous, heart-busted songs themselves.”
“Flowing with a charming indie aesthetic, while holding down a bold country swagger, Wires in the Walls is yet another gifted band arising from the City of Angels. They’re not just indie and they’re not just rock n’ roll —Wires in the Walls are sweet listening to your ears that you just can’t deny.”
“With magnetic melodies that speak to fans of nearly any genre, (Wires in the Walls) delivers lyrics rich with imagery that clearly evoke the feelings of the songwriter within the listener, creating a bond between the group and their fans.”
~ OC Music Magazine
“Wires in the Walls are so supremely talented… (and) fun to watch… Their spirited country rock sound had a no-frills feel to it–sort of a window-down, cigarette-in-your-mouth, driving-80-alongside-a-river music–but a closer look revealed adventurous rhythms and arrangements. They only sound effortless.”
“They didn’t invent it, but Wires in the Walls are masters of the ’smart alternative’ genre. These songs are eminently listenable, and grow on you over time. Finely crafted melodies are evocative of the Fleet Foxes, yet completely original. These are sweet songs, expertly performed, with pleasing instrumentation and superb production. “Big Bad Love” stands out. Beginning as a folky love song, it morphs into a country-fied rocking declaration of adoration. See this band if you can. Wires in the Walls are not just another ‘flavor of the week’ band and will have staying power.”
~ Chris Wheatley, General Manager, 92 WICB
MTVU 2008 Woodie Award Best College Radio Station of the Year
2010 Princeton Review’s #1 Ranked College Radio Station in Country
“(Wires in the Walls’) hook laden, alternative rock songs occasionally have an alternative country twinge (similar to Wilco), but they also have incredible melodies that stick with you long after the last note dies. The arrangements are intricate and lush, causing the music to ebb and flow like a drawn out train traversing a mountain pass. It is high-quality material…”
~ Bernard Baur, Club Music Editor
Live Review – Music Connection, Vol. 33, August 2009
“When I heard a snippet of Wires in the Walls EP Call Signs I knew I had to get my hands on a copy…crystal clear drumming with wonderful vocals that are care-free yet passionate. I would tell you which track of Call Signs is my favorite, but since every track has an even play amount of 20…it’s safe to say you should buy the entire thing.”
~ http://www.ipromotegoodbands.com
“You need to check out a great new LA band called Wires in the Walls. I got my hands on their latest EP over the weekend and couldn’t stop hitting repeat. Solid tunes such as ‘The Cold War’ and ‘Gasoline’ convey a spectrum of upbeat and catchy choruses, as well as sensitive, passionate lyrics. I’ll be seeing them live as soon as possible. I recommend you do the same.”
~ Afternoon DJ Julie Slater, 100.3FM The Sound Los Angeles, formerly Middays 92.3 Krock NYC following Howard Stern
“Wires in the Walls really has it together. What a great band. Their singer has a fantastic voice; unique and emotive, with a great range, too. If I lived in LA, you would definitely see me at quite a few of their shows. All of their songs are really good, though Big Bad Love stands out as one of my faves… very unexpected how the country feel comes in midway. It’s nice to hear the sound of a band actually working together. I love it.”
~ John Lefler, Lead Guitarist of Dashboard Confessional
“Wires in the Walls’ self-titled EP is a refreshing amalgamation of musical style, effortlessly blending influences of alt-country/indie rock. The band’s diverse, multi-dimensional sound engages listeners of all backgrounds and tastes. Strong, reflective lyrics, interwoven with well-crafted melodies, create a profound and lasting impression. This freshman release should not be missed.”
~ Marc Moreau, 2007 Grammy Award Winner (“Love is My Religion,” Ziggy Marley)
