Houston music from UME
If you live outside Houston chances are you haven't seen UME or heard much
about them. If you are a follower of the Houston music scene you probably know a
lot especially if you follow the indie scene. This dissonant or noise rock band
headed agilely by vocalist /
guitarist Lauren Larson and backed by bassist /
vocalist Eric Larson and drummer Jeff Barrera and has added to the Houston music
scene an element that has been missing for quite some time, tension. Known for
breaking strings, straps and blowing fuses
Lauren flails about like a unmanned fire hose capturing and captivating the
audience in the process. UME's live performances are what makes this band a
legend combining beautifully and eerie melodies accentuated by soulful screams
that would wake the dead.
The rhythm section is rock solid and make a perfect foundation for the
exploration of Lauren who interlaces bursts of noise and melody with seamless
precision. Their performances are exciting and original with petite Lauren
twirling, flailing and thrashing with all the enthusiasm and energy of someone
twice her size. Eric forms a solid foundation with interesting and tasty bass
lines. Jeff's drums drive the band forward with energy and enthusiasm. He is
also know to perform blindfolded or wearing a mask.
As the winner of the Critic’s Choice Best Indie Rock Award given by the 2004
Houston Press Music Awards UME is finally getting some of the attention they
deserve.
Often compared to My Bloody Valentine, Sleater-Kinney and Sonic Youth this band
defies true description and must be seen and heard to be believed. Indie band UME "which is
Japanese for pickled plums" is like their namesake, a rare treat not to be
missed. Splitting their time between pursuing a masters degrees in Pennsylvania
and performing insane live shows in Houston this band is one of Houston's best
indie acts.
Known for their love of a good time and peaceful acts of
rebellion against the thought police, both musical and non musical, this band is
a breath of fresh air in a sometimes stale place. With fans in
as far reaching places as Italy, Japan,
New York, and California to name just a few this band has made the underground
music scene a better place to be. Check them out. You won't regret it.
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