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The
Third Men are an Omaha band consisting of five diverse musicians raised on equal parts 70s FM radio and 80s
underground psychedelia. Delivering concise, hook-laden songs at high volume, the band has quickly gathered a loyal following
of power-pop connoisseurs over the course of its two-and-a-half year run. Fans of acts such as Cheap Trick, the Only Ones,
Television and mid-period Kinks will undoubtedly find something familiar yet refreshing in the group’s high-energy sound.
Anchored by former Sons Of… members and Omaha music scene mainstays Mike
Tulis and Matt Rutledge, the band is rounded out by singer/guitarist Patrick White, keyboardist/percussionist Dana Rouch and
former Faint/Commander Venus drummer Matt Bowen.
Members:
Matt
Rutledge: Vocals, Guitar
Patrick
White: Vocals, Guitar
Mike
Tulis: Bass, Backing Vocals
Dana
Rouch: Keyboards, Percussion, Backing Vocals
Matt
Bowen: Drums
Live Review from The Omaha Reader-
After what seemed to be a decade of waiting, The Third Men release
its debut album, Boost, on SPEED! Nebraska Records this week. It’s a 14-song adventure through straightforward rock
‘n’ roll, leaning heavily on catchy pop music. Think of the Beach Boys and R.E.M.’s love child.
While
the songs are guitar-driven, a solid rhythm section and floating keyboard gives Boost sonic appeal. Matt Rutledge and Patrick
White’s shared lead vocals are my favorite aspect of the album. The melodies and harmonies, and intelligent, humorous
lyrics, will keep you singing well after listening. Standout tracks include “Hang on the Five” and the acoustic
closer, “She’s a Wave”.
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