The Brazen Youth

It’s hard to pinpoint what genre The Brazen Youth play; some of their songs are extremely poppy, some are atmospheric, and some get uncharacteristically heavy, so if you’re the type of person who feels the need to categorize and sub-categorize every band you hear, be prepared for some cognitive dissonance. This Connecticut-based duo’s music sounds as if Sigúr Rós, The Music Tapes, and Plain White T’s were thrown into broth and left to simmer. They have accomplished a lot musically, creating interesting pieces that would put a four-piece through the ringer.

“Alright” is the name of The Brazen Youth’s main single, and unlike the other eclectic tracks made by the duo, this one is a not-so-standard pop ballad. With a chord progression akin to John Lennon’s “Imagine,” the song starts out with a mellow, almost somber feel, before turning into a poppy, swing-driven groove. It’s a relatively simple song and might not have all the bells and whistles that their other tracks have. “Alright” is still very much The Brazen Youth’s brainchild, with little accidentals and hints of their style. You can find them at facebook.com/thebrazenyouth and reverbnation.com/thebrazenyouth. - The Aquarian Weekly

The Brazen Youth is a duo out of old Lyme, CT. that includes Nick Lussier on vocals and guitar and Charles Dahlke on piano and vocals. They have morphed a sound together that is pure and unique with a subtle pleasantness creating profound results. Their latest single, Alright, is sublime elegance.

Song: “Alright”
https://soundcloud.com/thebrazenyouth/alright

This song is a coming of age anthem that reaches you on a cerebral level. Lyrically it speaks to a generation that seems to be searching for a place in the world. It is going through growing pains at the moment in order to redefine itself to higher and greater standards.

Musically, it is a perfect prosody of words and melody. It has intrigue and mystery soft around the edges, but edges none the less. Starting slow and building to a climatic finish. This duo is a fusion of sincere emotion and precise talent. This track was well thought out and executed with perfection.

The single, Alright, by The Brazen Youth is a melodic testimony to rising above and moving forward regardless the challenge. It is heartfelt and beautiful and worth a listen. This duo has serious talent and something to say. I listened to the song over and over again, never tiring only discovering a new beauty every time it is played.

http://www.thebrazenyouth.com

I rate this 5 out of 5 - Skope Magazine

There was no ID required Thursday when The Day's Live Lunch Break concert series featured The Brazen Youth at The Telegraph Record Shop in New London. Indeed, TBY members Nick Lussier and Charlie Dahlkie are high school juniors (East Lyme and Lyme-Old Lyme, respectively; go Vikings and Wildcats!). But despite their tender ages, the duo performed seven intensely melodic and thoughtful pop songs - recalling artists ranging from Neutral Milk Hotel and Coldplay to Jose Gonzales and Bright Eyes. If you didn't make it to the performance, you can see the whole episode - including an interview with host Rick Koster - at theday.com. In fact, all Lunch Break sessions are archived there - all 140-plus! - The New London Day