new motels

Jenkintown, PA’s THE NEW MOTELS have been on the Philly music scene since 2003. In that time they have developed a sound and an a following that puts them at equals with such local stars as Dr. Dog, Hoots & Hellmouth, and The War On Drugs. THE NEW MOTELS like these contemporaries capture the Philly sound to perfection blending elements of folk, rock and pop, in jangly pop that are as catchy as they are great. The most recent work from this band is “Tilbury Sweat” which was recorded with the man quickly becoming Philly’s most know super producer Bill Moriarty (Man Man, Dr. Dog, Hoots & Hellmouth, Drink Up Buttercup, etc.) Like their contemporaries in groups like Dr. Dog, and The War On Drugs, THE NEW MOTELS blend the fluttering drums whirling guitar sounds of classic indie/alternative bands like Pavement, or Thurston Moore of Sonic Youth, blended with the twangy solos and fills of modern alt-rockers like My Morning Jacket and Wilco. Yet though The New Motels have similarities to all these acts what makes them stand out is their pop sensibilities. To put it simply the songs are just fun, simple, and catchy. Enough so that know matter what type of genre or label that I try to put the New Motels under, their sound will stand out at the top of the pack. To truly understand this band you just need to hear them yourself. (Cracked! Music blog)



the DOMESTIC LIFE EP is now available here.



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