White Rabbits : While We Go Dancing

Don't know much about White Rabbits except I like them.  I think I first heard them when I had satellite radio and used to tune into the 'indie' channel.  They've got a pretty unique sound, a typical upbeat pop band but with the added glory of a honky-tonk piano.  The songs are well-crafted with solid hooks which makes for a strong debut release.

"While We Go Dancing" takes a two-step pop rhythm (think go-go, or The Go-Go's) and layers over it with a sweeping, almost waltz-like melody that's somehow evocative of the grandeur of a ballroom.  The piano plays a strong supporting role, but isn't the lead like it is in say, Ben Folds Five.  And most of all, in this age where the indie superstars like Bright Eyes take themselves so seriously, it's just fun.  It's music to dance to, to party to, to have fun with.  And that's nice.

You can find "While We Go Dancing" on White Rabbits' first release from 2007, Fort Nightly.  It's a great pop album all the way through.  They've got a newer 2009 release, but I haven't heard it yet.

[You can listen to White Rabbits' "While We Go Dancing" by navigating to the post "Song080" and clicking or right-clicking on the title or the link.]

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