This folk/pop band originated from North Orange County California. The band consists of friends Wes (lead vocals/guitar), Andrew (lead guitar), Jordan (bass), Alyssa (violin), and Trey (drums). Moonlight Graham was formed after Andrew and Wes wrote a few songs to play at a friend’s fundraising event, and they decided to join forces with Jordan, and played a few more shows. Then came more and they wrote a few more songs. Over and over till present day.
Moonlight Graham’s motto was for creating and playing music. They wanted to create stories with a close group of friends and produce it to those who wanted to listen to it. I would love to see a live show from them because their goal is to be heard, understood, and entertain while retaining professional musicianship, create lyrics to be heard and produce melodies to be remembered forever. When I listened to this EP, it was very much like a coming of age movie from the ‘90s. It produced a timeline of growth and maturity from them being a local garage band to a known indie folk rock group in the community. Listening to Songs for Hunting Scorpions EP felt like a mainstream album you would hear on a Top 40 radio. You wouldn’t believe that they’re an independent band still looking for a label. The band open with "Easy" which is single worthy rock/pop song. There aren't many surprises but the song delivers what you might hope for in a pop song. "False Stutter" is a little more blues inspired (at least during the verse) with slick guitar and orchestral strings. "And I Don't" is a stripped back acoustic folk song that includes some banjo on the chorus. I think the strongest song off this EP is “Bored With You” because of the rock riffs, Alyssa’s violin playing and Wes’ charming voice. You’ll fall in love with it instantly and wouldn’t know time can fly by so quickly. This band has a diverse music palette under the umbrella of pop. You’ll want to stomp your foot and jam with the folk fueled romps while still following the structure of an approachable pop song.
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