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The best kept secret in music
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Christian Colabelli, associate editor of Berklee College's newspaper "The Groove," wrote;
Kissing Electric. Sounds like a supercharged erotic fantasy courtesy of a posh designer drug cocktail. And that's just what this Berklee band is attempting to convey with their seductive, swiriling, synth-coated sonic landscape. Vocalist Zac Barnett is the mastermind behind Kissing Electric, which also consists of bassist Grant Himmler, keyboardist Joe LaChance, and drummer Skylar Campbell. Barnett's predilection for sublime hooks splashed with 80's decadence, melded with undeniably danceable disco beats aim to please. Head to "myspace.com/kissingelectric" and check out a taste of the band's sugar-coated, electronica-inspired, pop-friendly ditties. On "A Night to Remember," Barnett sounds like a cross between Brandon Flowers and Simon LeBon as he croons over flanging guitar and New Order-esque sixteenth-note-laden drumming. "Solid Gold" begins with a Strokes-influenced guitar passage, a melodic synth line as irresistible as candy. The crowning achievement of this tune is a four-part harmony chant, which casually instructs "Take off your clothes."
Kissing Electric conters on being aurally arousing, and is a must for fans of VHS or Beta, The Killers, and The Bravery. They will delight anyone who fell in love with 80's synth-pop. Be sure to check out this band in action!
- The Berklee Groove
Discography
The Primaries, It's About Relationships EP, 2004
Kissing Electric, Sexy EP, 2005
Zac Barnett, Self Titled EP, 2005
The Primaries, Not Tonight LP, 2006
Zac Barnett, Meet Me At Midnight LP, 2007
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Bio
As far as music goes, Zac Barnett has been singing, writing, and playing the guitar for the past 8 years or so. Playing with numerous different bands, Zac always seems to find himself back playing acoustic shows all by his lonesome. Some people know Zac as the front man for the indie/pop rock group The Primaries, but others know him as the guy who wears a red leather coat or even Danny Zuko from a high school production of Grease. After playing plenty of shows in his home state of Minnesota and other Midwest locations, Zac is ready to get his rock on in his new home of Boston, MA. "I know it will be a challenge starting fresh in a new city, but hey, that's what friends are for!" Zac claims. From performing at The Depot Coffee House, The Quest Club, The Fine Line, First Ave., The Garage, and even acting as the house musician at the Minnetonka Old Chicago (he also serves there), Mr. Barnett can cover any ground and perform to any crowd. His music is best described as an eclectic mix of genres and gives a fun and exciting yet deep and passionate vibe that most any one will be able to relate to. With a brand new city and a brand new CD Zac is ready to charge full force and take over the world! With a versatile set and fun music that most people can relate to Zac’s love for performance guarantees his audience a good time.
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