Motion Commotion - Motion Commotion EP

The most impressive facet of Motion Commotion isn't its level of musicianship, it's the fact that its members have pulled together so tightly in a sub-year existence. Then again, the band's members have undergone the grueling curriculum of musician's school, so on a second thought, the skills are simply second nature. In addition to the typical guitar/bass/drums, Motion Commotion brings in clarinet, violin, accordion and tape loops, creating a collage of classically-inspired composition and indie aesthetic. Three part harmonies and progressive songcraft are at the forefront throughout most of this EP's seven tracks, and each song carries the snowflake-like quality of uniqueness--"BBC Sue" wounds a thick bass groove around manic drumming and an impressively pretty melody, while "Make Love" nods its head to the dreariness of chamber music. Disparate tastes and educational backgrounds in music are the key factors in Motion Commotion's rise, and while they've not yet conquered the music industry, the tools are in their pockets. Niche-less and eclectic is the way to be, and these guys have nailed it. [www.piermontrecords.com]