So the first thing that comes to my mind when I hear all four songs on Cedar Avenue’s “Running Home” EP is that they’re so damn good they belong in Zach Braff’s movies. If you’ve ever seen any of his movies, you know Zach personally chooses the songs for the soundtracks. I guess what I’m trying to say is, if you love non-intrusive, emotionally sung beautiful music , you’ll really dig Cedar Avenue. Doesn’t hurt that their EP was produced by Brian Johnson ( Coldplay, Lifehouse, John Mayer)
Named after a historic Twin City street in Minnesota, where singer/guitarist Jesse Matthews and bassist Kyle Wachter grew up near, this band of four talented musicians show that their simple look and melodic collaboration takes on a natural goodness , and for being this good, it’s pleasant easy listening to the ears. The songs on the EP easily flow together, nice if you’re into acoustics, but “Running Home” is one of the stronger tunes. In their bio, Cedar Avenue notes their similarities to Goo Goo Dolls, Switchfoot, and Damien Rice, and to be honest, it took me a handful of listens til I actually did realize the comparisons because even with, they have a strong natural sound of their own. Jesse Matthews can carry a tune nicely ( a man with a beautiful voice is always a good thing) and his band are playing some shows in their home state that would be worth checking out. Go to their myspace page for tour info and to hear their other songs as well. I wouldn’t be surprised if they became really successful in the near future. They seem to have a good thing going, and know how to express it.
www.myspace.com/cedaravenuemusic
“I'm coming home today
To a place I've never been
And if I find my way
Will you greet me with a kiss?
You cry like a child but you kiss like a sinner
I'm coming home to you either way
And when these wings begin to weather
I'm running home to you like a child”
--kristine sleepblur
