Crosstide Discography of CDs

Crosstide songs Triangulated somewhere between earnest Britpop in the Coldplay or Keane mold, the Shins' indie pop suss, and Death Cab for Cutie's angst, the second album by Oregon quintet Crosstide is a great leap forward from their well-meaning but derivative debut. The group's songwriting has matured considerably, with stronger melodies and a knack for powerful, surging choruses. Although singer Bret Vogel has a somewhat anonymous voice, he also lacks the irritating affectations of many young indie singers with an emo background. More importantly, the band understands the importance of dynamics both within songs and over the course of an album as a whole, which keeps Life as a Spectator sounding varied and appealing throughout. The only thing the album lacks is one truly outstanding breakthrough song. ~ Stewart Mason Photographer: Jimmy Fontaine.

Crosstide CD discography The split disc between One Last Thing and Crosstide works as a sampler for two of Portland's biggest local bands. Shaping the kind of emo rock that tends to spring up a lot in the underground, both bands sound a lot like vintage Sunny Day Real Estate with an At the Drive-In twist. Although the music is not wildly original, this will appeal to genre fans and is inexpensive enough for curious listeners to take a chance on. ~ Bradley Torreano One Last Thing: Russ, Joe (vocals, guitar); Dag (bass); Glen (percussion). Crosstide: Bret, Dave (vocals, guitar); Nick (bass); Matt (percussion). Audio Mixers: Dan Decker; Rudy Battjes. Recording information: Sound Impressions (05/2001); WEstside Studios (05/2001); Sound Impressions (07/2001); WEstside Studios (07/2001). Photographer: Aaron Edge.

Crosstide CD discography Crosstide: Bret Vogel, Matt Henderson, Nick Forde, Rian Lewis.

Crosstide albums Triangulated somewhere between earnest Britpop in the Coldplay or Keane mold, the Shins' indie pop suss, and Death Cab for Cutie's angst, the second album by Oregon quintet Crosstide is a great leap forward from their well-meaning but derivative debut. The group's songwriting has matured considerably, with stronger melodies and a knack for powerful, surging choruses. Although singer ...

Crosstide albums Recording information: Jackpot Studios (08/2005); Portland, Jamaica (08/2005); Sea View Studios (08/2005). Editor: Scott Sloan. In the notes in To: Elliott From: Portland, Expunged Records president Anthony Davis writes, "Elliott Smith was someone who told your sad story and made you feel like you were not alone." With this in mind, Davis set out to release a tribute album ...

Crosstide music CDs Photographer: Greg Glover. Track Listing of songs: Think About Me; Harder They Come, The; Long Distance Runaround; Dancing in the Dark; Tangerine; Shattered Dreams; Eye in the Sky; That Smell; Sombre Reptiles; Don't Bring Me Down; Sister Christian; What a Fool Believes; White Wedding; Invinvible; She Sells Sanctuary; Pearl of the Quarter; Crazy on You; (What's So Funny 'Bout) ...

Crosstide discography Track Listing of songs: My Friend James; Chesapeake, America; In Time; Oceans Are Armlengths; Plot Is Lost; Pinocchio; 13 & Growing; Sorry For July; Without; Insanity; Worst Lies Are Told In Silence; Line Of The Chalk; Human Drama; Backwards; Brake Lights On; Counting Time; Don Quixote; Down With The Ship; Mayday; Red House;

Track Listing of songs: Angeles;

Track Listing of songs: Falling Down; Home; 1957 Trustee; Step 2; Empty Space; Urgency; Scott's Song; Summer;