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STELLA RUZE
writtten by Violet Rosette
Stella Ruze? More like Stella Rulez! Stella Ruze was birthed
in the Manayunk section of Philadelphia in 2014 and is continuing to grow. They
just dropped a new video for their newest song “Open”. This song will be
featured on their new album “The Greater Dog”. Brendan Johnson & Katie
O’Donnell are the band founders and help write most of the songs. The group
also includes Keyboardist Mason Wallack and Alex Styer on trumpet. Together
they make a stellar team!
What could be better than Stella Ruze the 4-piece? Stella Ruze the 7-piece! These funky monkeys
have added accomplished blues drummer Sean McIntyre who really knows his way
around a drum set. They also merged Bass guitar extraordinaire Ted Mayo and
saxophone player, Vince Gleason, who is a lifetime member of the legendary
Mummer group – Ferko String Band, into the previous 4-piece. According to the
band, “Our new sound emboldens our message to fans. Open conveys a common theme
presented throughout The Greater Dog- the search for love and purpose in
pursuit of passion.” This fresh sound is something they are wearing on their
sleeves for everyone to see, feel, and hear!
When I first heard the name of the album I couldn’t figure
out what the heck it meant. So I did some digging and actually had the chance
to chat with the band. According to Brendan, band founder, "The Greater
Dog" is the title track on our new album and is named after the
constellation closest to the moon. The Greater Dog along with our first single
and video, "Open", are a perfect encapsulation of the band’s
transformation over the past 18 months. The addition of a permanent rhythm
section and saxophone has completed our lineup and pushed us further into a
Roots Rock/Americana sound.”
Their newest single is called “Open”. It starts out bright
with horns and a tight snare beat. The beat stays hopeful throughout. The
lyrics “My heart is always open” really projects the thought behind the single.
“Always be the light that guides” really
captures the upbeat and joyous feeling the song carries. If you need a good
midweek or mid-day pick me up head on over to YouTube and check out this new
single with its brand new music video. The video is filled with smiles and
dancing crowds of fans. It really shows the listener/viewer how thrilling a
live performance from this gaggle of musicians can be.
I would compare this song to that of a Dr. Dog song. The
raspy voice over the uplifting tones really makes this piece stick out over
other songs they have released. The keys drive the build ups and the brass
section breaks off throughout the song just to kick back in with a POW! I can’t
get enough of Stella Ruze (Stella Rulez) and would recommend them for any long
traveling playlists over the holiday season.
Their next big show is an album release show at Boot and Saddle on
January 18th! Don’t forget to get your tickets today and be one of
the first to get the newest album titled "The Greater Dog".
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| Stella! I stole it on FBK sorry/not sorry |
Enjoy "Open". Listen. Share. Support.
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| Live and learn |
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