“The local all-girl trio Tribella shimmers with Thirteen, 10 songs so deliciously sweet and deftly crafted with divine innocence that they're as fresh as the April mornings of late, employing Bananarama vocals with Breeders guts to deliver a solid three-star debut.”
"Tribella has touches of '90s indie pop rocker and fellow Austinite Abra Moore, particularly in Sarah Glynn's vocals, both breathy and powerful at once."
"With cool atmospheric guitars and vocals that are sometimes slightly reminiscent of Bjork, these girls have come up with an album that is both satisfying and unique."
"'Deal Breaker' is up there as one of the finest songs I have heard so far this year... [Tribella] invoke memories of early '90's stalwarts the Breeders and latterly Blonde Redhead, while also rubbing against the pop grain of the Cardigans."
“these girls rely on their songs and ballsy execution”
“Just listened to it--[Deal Breaker]it sounds great!”
“The band has crafted a sound that’s a perfect blend of pop-rock and new wave, but their attention to song craft is what sets this band apart from others in the local music scene.”
“ MY GUEST LIST -REVIEW Hybrid Magazine "Lead vocalist/guitarist Sarah Glynn has a warm register with both earthy and ethereal tints... The album [My Guest List] is an offering that you can pop into your CD player and leave on repeat without worrying about your tastes straying away.”
“This trio is little indie, a little pop, and a lot of fun.”
“[Tribella] plays smart and sharp rock that's part power-pop, part indie-rock and part new wave.”
“TOP SONG PICK Lucid Culture (NYC) Week 6/8/09 - 5. Tribella - “Saucer Eyes” -Girl power, fun jangly stuff from Austin,TX.”
“with its promising ep My Guest List and a powerful onstage presence, power-pop trio tribella dispels the stereotype that female groups in music are nothing more than pretty faces.”
““My Guest List,” is a melodic pop rock song that wastes no time in capturing your attention with soothing vocals and catchy beats that will quickly make their way into your head..."”
“Guitarist/singer Sarah Glynn’s slick fretwork fleshing out the rhythym section’s Interpol-esque drive quickly puts to rest any notion that you’re in for a night of some cute girls playing simple bar chord songs about how stupid boys are. These ladies are power poppers godammit!”
“You might have to restrain yourself from breaking chairs...Show up, little men, and enjoy.”
"‘My Guest List’ is a confident, melodic & strident opening salvo... sounding something like Interpol’s charming younger sisters." - Americana UK
“Gauzy harmonized vocals, and atmospheric guitar with a frightening array of effects pedals to new-wavey beats, delivered with folky attitude.”
“ST.PAUL,MN -LIVE REVIEW perfectporridge.com "The lead singer sounded like Margo from Cowboy junkies. Major Clash nostalgia in ‘Feel Feel’." ”
“They’re equal parts indie and power pop, with just the right amount of new wave put in for good measure.”
“harbor a witty sense of humor and a penchant for clever notes”
“MY GUEST LIST -REVIEW "They're talented, they have good instrumental skills, good voices, and good production. The title track, 'My Guest List,' and #4 'Saucer Eyes' are notable for their girl-power, I don't need some man to treat me wrong, I'm-in-a-rock-band attitude." ”
“Tribella is reminicent of Liz Phair with a touch of new wave sensability.”
"Imagine if the rest of the country took a closer look at this unconventional trio? ... Then again, it's kind of nice having this gem rocking out in our own personal backyard."
“Tribella didn't disappoint. In their short but sweet 45 minute set, they managed to bring an innovative and professional vibe to the stage”