The Mowgli's

Previous to today, I knew absolutely nothing about this strange band who call themselves The Mowgli's.  I heard them for the first time today on the radio with their breakout single: "San Francisco."  It really interested me because of the really catchy acoustic guitar melody at the beginning and the group vocal effect that they use in the song.  Also, throughout the chorus they use horns, which of course will always interest me, especially when it's a trumpet.  After the song ended I decided I wanted to learn more about this mysterious band that just so happened to appear today.  I found out that they actually were formed in 2009 with seven guys and one girl, many of whom come from the greater Los Angeles area.  I can't exactly say what they sound like but if I had to, I'd have to go with a slight mix of modern pop bands like Fun. or Grouplove but also some indie rock bands like Arcade Fire.

So, this is just about the coolest video ever.  It explains who everyone is in the band and how they got started.  They really are pretty cool and interesting people just trying to make some music. (Love the bassist)

I almost hate to say it but...I think I kind of like a hipster band...

Well...I can definitely say that I was not expecting that...at all...but it sure is catchy, and honestly it does have some pretty cool musical aspects to it as well.  Especially the trumpet feature about half way through.  Other than that though...I think the video is a bit corny.

Another song that really stood out to me is called "Time."  I really love just the acoustic guitar and the vocals by themselves at the beginning of the song.  Michael Vincze also has a certain edge to his voice but yet it still sounds really smooth and relaxing.  It's a much more "real" song than some of the others, especially lyrically wise.

This is also another really cool recording of a song called "The Great Divide."

This song is one probably one of their "more intense" ones but I really like it, especially the drums and the guitar at the beginning.

I love the vocals in this song! 

And with that, there is the their first EP, Love's Not Dead.  As much as it surprises me to say it, I think that I really like a pop band...definitely something that doesn't happen very often.  After hearing these songs, I'm very curious to see what they will do next.

-Brooks Gonzales