A Big Yes and a small no – The Truth (2024)
From the ashes of his past to the flare of his rebirth, singer-songwriter Kevin Kendrick ignited a ferocious passion for music as he burst forth as a phoenix. Formed in 2006, the bright mythical bird rose following the disbanding of Fat Mama. Soaring above our heads, Kendrick took flight with A Big Yes and a small no and for 22 years his kaleidoscopic flair touched hearts across the globe. Joined by artists Erik Deutsch, Joe Russo, and Jon Goldberger, A Big Yes and a small no oozes outstanding musical talent with each flap of the phoenix’s wings.
While A Big Yes and a small no has ensnared our senses and turned heads for over two decades, this is our first encounter with the magical force. From the group’s debut album Jesus That Looks Terrible On You in 2008 to 2018’s Mise En Abyme, the band has been described as sensational, unforgettable and “the hippest pop band you’ve ever heard in your life” (Richard Gher).
Following the nine-track album Mise En Abyme, A Big Yes and a small no return to the streaming scene with ‘The Truth’. I would say ‘The Truth’ shifts from A Big Yes and a small no’s previous material, but that would be a lie. You see, the US-based indie-pop band traverse a broad spectrum from indie-pop and grunge to indie-rock, alternative rock, and hints of folk slivering through the tunes. Moreover, the band transcends eras, so you’ll have a 90s indie-rock tune followed by old-school 60s folk proving that good music is the thread linking generations.
Joined by Andy Falco (guitar), Andrew Altman (bass) and David Butler (drums), ‘The Truth’ fuses vintage folk-rock with power-pop of yesteryear; think the Beatles with blues guitar and drops of mystical serenity in Kendrick’s vibraphone. Smooth and soothing with a slight nip at your heels, listening to ‘The Truth’ is the phoenix carrying you along as kaleidoscopic music rushes through your hair.
Laidback and relaxed, ‘The Truth’ is a harmonic symphony; however, its lyricism adds profound heaviness to the track. Exploring the “theme of truth”, the single “delves into the dichotomy of ignorance being bliss while simultaneously embracing the challenges of confronting and accepting the truth…a soundtrack for introspection resonating with those seeking solace in the midst of life’s complexities…”
Find out more about A Big Yes and a small no on their official website, Facebook, Instagram and Spotify.
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