Curtis Peoples

Taking a break from indie rock (fear not indie fans, I will be back doing some MBV-type of bands soon), is pop singer, Curtis Peoples.
Even before I listened to his self-titled album, which was released in
August of this year, I had started hearing about this guy. He commands
a legion of loyal fans, which admittedly seems to be younger women (see
Official Curtis Peoples Fan Page and Curtis Peoples Street Team).

Before you let his youth and good looks fool you, this guy definitely
can write music. His songs ranges from pure pop, sensitive arena rock
(as in "All I Want") and even some funk (as in the intro to "Tell Me
I'm Wrong"). Although his album sounds very produced with lots of
guitars and bass, I suspect his songs should just be as interesting
when you stripped it down to just his voice and acoustic guitars.

I actually liked his songs when it tells a story, and I would be very
interested in hearing the story behind "Heart Will Fall" – this sounds
like a bit lover's mistake/one night stand or something. Is it about
himself or someone he knows (singing "you fool/risking it all for one night…")?

My favorite song on this album is "Holding Me Down". It's very rocking, but not that rocking, if you know what I mean? You'll find yourself toe-tapping and dancing to this song.

Overall, a very good, polished pop record from The Control Group. If you enjoy John Mayer, you'll need to give Curtis Peoples a try.

He's currently on his Winter tour on extreme coasts, before ending in
Miami, Florida, for at least a week! You can currently get the
album/T-Shirt combo for $20 at his official merch store. If you want just strictly the album, there's always amazon.

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