My Favourite Things

Lately, I have been completely bored with the music scene. Many bands are trying too hard and the bands that are trying something different are over looked. A couple of my friends play in a band called My Favourite Things. The singer/songwriter hails from Germany, but has made Brooklyn her home for the past 4 years. The friends that I know in the band, happen to be some of the most talented people/musicians I know. So, I knew this much going in, but one never knows what to expect.

Last night was my first time seeing them (at Cake Shop) and I have to say I was caught off guard. They were their own thing and quite inspiring on many levels. I hate categorizing bands, but I can pick up on influences pretty quickly. It was like someone took a piece of my favorite bands (hence the name) and mashed them together. A little bit of Modest Mouse, a little bit of Galaxy 500, a little bit of the Pixies, a dash of Yo La Tengo, etc, etc. I have not been this refreshed by a band in a long time and I thought I would share it. - Stephen Lipuma