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Cordcalling / Press

“They are a force of 2 to be reckoned with.”

“They are targeting record shops as unique performance spaces since these venues embody the essence of Cordcalling's new album, "We are Still," which celebrates independent music reflected through a nostalgic format - vinyl.”

“Cordcalling is known for its high-energy, raw and rockin' live show, where the Conways perform critically-acclaimed and unique, original music.”

“Cordcalling draw in everything from British Invasion to prog rock, but the overall effect is cohesive and powerful.”

"I noticed you have some vinyl here to buy as well, which is really cool."

“Cordcalling will be armed with songs off their 2017 release We Are Still, which was released in April and has since found its way onto the college radio charts.”

“On Saturday, July 8, the SoHo Bar & Grill (466 South St.), one of London’s newest night spots, presents three, fine local groups – Cordcalling, Pacanomad and Fiends. Cordcalling – Denise and Brian Conway -- will start the night off playing tracks from their new album, We Are Still.”

“They definitely have a style of their own. I love that about them and am proud to say that they are based out of our very own City of London, Ontario.”

"...[We] are most certainly huge fans and they [Cordcalling] are undeniably one of our favourites...They are so much fun to catch live so if you get a chance to see Cordcalling, don`t miss them. "

“The Conways may be delving into the past, but that doesn't mean they aren't evolving at the same time....they've grown together, not only musically, but emotionally, as well." "The idea that things are never as easy as they were when growing up is a theme the duo couldn't help but meld into their song writing, and is something they both know fans can relate to."”

“Little band, big sound. That description is entirely fitting for London-based art rock duo Cordcalling. The duo's latest full-length release, We are Still, features 12 original tunes that show the pair's songwriting and musical arrangements have evolved since their last release, Obsessed by the Light. Same punk/rock/grunge sound with a lot more polish.”

“The art rock duo connects strongly with classic rock and grunge but credits a variety of influences for their unique style. “Our first album was more cut and dry, black and white,” Brian said, “And maybe a little naïve about certain things. This album goes a little bit deeper and our relationship has gotten deeper.” Denise added that We Are Still has a “dystopian” tone to its themes about finding life’s meaning in the wrong places. “It exposes that not everything is perfect,” she said. “It’s maybe a little bit more sincere, more real.””

“We’ve listened to the album this week, while hanging out in our sun room and I have to tell you that it’s absolutely amazing. These two totally freak me out and I mean that in a good way. Their sound is hard to pin down. They seem so familiar to me yet so unfamiliar. They definitely have a style of their own.”

“Following up on their previous effort, Obsessed by the Light, Cordcalling - Denise Conway (drums/vocals) and Brian Conway (guitar/vocals) are ready to release their next full-length album, We are Still...."compared with our earlier albums, this one is more retrospective and eclectic in it lyrics and sound....It was our goal, from start to finish, to produce and present our songs in a raw and honest format. Music lovers, including ourselves, are attracted to the warm sound and tangible experience that this medium offers.”

“Based in the Forest City, Cordcalling – the husband and wife rock duo of Denise (drums/vocals) and Brian Conway (guitar/vocals) – are firm believers in ‘doing more with less.’ Since the release of their latest album, Obsessed By The Light, Cordcalling have been hard at work on their next album entitled, We Are Still. Bucking the digital trend in recording, the duo decided to adopt a mostly ‘old school,’ analog-retro approach to producing their newest project. EMAC engineer Matt Grady gratefully pointed out that working on our album forced him (in a good way) to work with the most analog gear that he has ever used on an LP. Denise and Brian concede that making the record ‘proved to be challenging,’ in the end, they deemed it a ‘very worthwhile endeavour.’ “We’re able to hear the sonic diff erences that tape and outboard eff ects bring to the music - most notably, warmth, atmosphere, and character - in comparison to modern widely-used digital techniques.”

“The local art-rock duo will be showcasing material from their new album currently being recorded at EMAC Studios.”

“...The group is currently working on a new record and they're taking a definite retro approach to the project....'We are very excited about recording onto 2-inch tape and pressing onto vinyl. It is a very different experience than recording digitally onto a computer. We love the warm and natural sound the tape produces. The audio engineers at EMAC even commented that they like the smell of the tape....everyone involved in the recording process is convinced that the overal experience and the end product will make up for what we all need to put into the record.'”

“Although music videos may play a lesser role than they once did, they're still an important way for a band to promote itself. On May 19, London duo Cordcalling - Denise Conway (drums) and Brian Conway (guitar) - unveiled a video for the song 'Wicked Desires', off their 2010 full-length CD, Obsessed By The Light, at Gigs Grillhouse. Directed, filmed, and edited by London's Wreckless Crew Productions, the video mixes colour footage of the band performing in the snow in front of the Blackfriars Street Bridge with black and white shots of the group at the Big League Comedy Club. All of the images are crisp and clean and the sound recording is very good as well. A quality effort from all involved. For those who missed the Gigs showcase, you can now watch the video on YouTube. Performance: B+ / Production: B+”

“Cordcalling's somewhat experimental approach allows them to work a lot of sound into tight two-peice compositions.”

Ben Conoley - Canadian Musician Magazine

“..the primal and explosive vocals Denise brings to the mic are more akin to Patti Smith or the riotous spirit of Sleater Kinney.”

“..their gritty brand of rock 'n roll looks to stand out on its own.”

“A style of their own”

“CORDCALLING DOING MORE WITH LESS With a name derived from a belief that all humanity shares a common connection, on top of each individual having a specific purpose, Cordcalling certainly doesn't shy away from big ideas when it comes to their music. ”

“Cordcalling: Music brought this London duo together In their biography they claim their “unpredictable time changes and fusion of musical styles make their live performances beam with raw energy,” which is exactly what I thought while I was listening to the CD..”

“When I Scream by London guitar/drums duo, Cordcalling manages to mix punk, psych, grunge and Goth over the course of three tracks.”

Dave Clarke - SCENE

“You are about to embark upon a magical journey”

Robert Nation - EMAC Studios