Recently I was given the opportunity to listen in on a
jam session with Cedar Falls band HOYOH.
A four piece with an ear for sharp licks and a penchant for rapid
changes in both pace and tempo, HOYAH formed in summer of 2010. Comprised of Dylan Diemer on Guitar and lead
vocals, David Woods on Guitar, Michael Bowman on Bass/trumpet, and Brayden Richter
on the trap, the band boasts a rich, upbeat sound reminiscent of early Modest
Mouse particularly on song introductions like “She’s a Wreck.”
Diemer, manning the vocals sings in a
consistent nonchalant baritone that develops its own identity and personal
style. Meanwhile dueling guitars swirl around each other coupled with Richter’s
steady and ferocious drumming. Bowman’s bass, while not present at this
session, in recorded format provides a stable, billowing sound to the spirited
instrumentation above it. The song
structures are adventurous, leaping and bounding without hesitation while also
capable of adjusting tempo quickly. Influences are clear from the Jack White
dirty blues on track “Mr. Bones” to Girls in “If You’re Weren’t My Girl,” a
sunny ditty to start, that explodes into a plea for a former love to come back,
but with a sadness that implies there is no happy ending.
I did not witness a personal performance by any means,
as this set was a true jam session with the members innovating and expanding
their songs. Discussions about parts
occurred in harmony and subtle but effective changes occurred throughout. A
promising band that can and should grow in the coming months leading up to
a recorded release. Check them out! http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Hoyoh/324268607586235
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