Camerae

                     

Most people fall in love at first sight. For me, it was love at first sound. It might (and does) sound cheesy, but I was hooked on this band the first time I heard their songs. Our love story began last night. As I was searching for a new band to feature, I came upon Camerae. The first song I heard from them was their cover of The Ting Ting’s, “That’s Not My Name.” But, I soon realized that this wasn’t all that the band had to offer. Their debut album, “Passage,” which is currently streaming on their myspace, gave me a look at this unsigned band’s full potential. Upon the first note sung out of lead singer, Dave Dobarganes mouth, I knew I would like anything this band created. Camerae has the vocals and beats of Every Avenue, with a hint of Fall Out Boy mixed in. Yet, they are probably the group with the most rock that I’ve featured. They have a grungy, garage band sound to them which makes them all the better.

The members of the band, originally from Orlando, Dave, Adam, Drew, Jonny, and Michael, have been lucky enough to become more than just a band, they are true friends going through this experience together. Adam and Drew, brothers, have been living with Dave for about the last nine years ever since his house burned down. Then, at school, the boys met Adam and after a few experiments, they completed the band with drummer Michael.

On December 1st, Camerae released their first debut album, “Passage,” whose name has many meanings behind it. According to the band’s myspace, “Passage” could mean: a rite of passage, a secret passage or alleyway, or a story. It’s up to the listener to decide what kind of passage they want.  Their facebook also states that their music, “blends ambient beauty and toe-tapping groove with intense delivery and exciting tempo.” This band has the energy needed to put on a grand performance. I am even willing to make the bold statement that this band’s cover of “That’s Not My Name,” is even better than the original.

The guys of Camerae are off to a great start and have a bright future ahead of them. They are eager and excited about their music and embrace their fans with open arms.  The band’s creativity makes them who they are and their listeners appreciate the effort put into their music. They are dedicated and ready to take on the music world, full-force.

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