Clamp It Down Review: Observer & Eccentric
February 1st, 2001
Publication: Observer & Eccentric
Original URL: http://archives.oeonline.com/2001/02%2D01%2D2001/nowt.b3.02%5F01%5F01.pdf

Clamp It Down The Brothers Groove Little Fortissimo Music Anyone who frequented Detroit's Music Menu on Mondays in 2000 did so for one reason - The Brothers Groove. This Detroit-based trio and former BEAM grant winner released its flawless debut Clamp It Down, just before the turn of the millennium. But chances are, fans of blues, jazz and rock will be grooving with them well into the new year. A fine work beginning with the relentless sing-along Pressure Cooker, the high energy My Girlfriend Too and the always infectious You Got That Thing , the CD explodes with the energy that could only come from vocalist Chris Codish - who explores the very depths of his own voice and truly wails on the keys. Add in equal parts of soulful bass guitar by Clarkston native J im Simonson and an unparalleled backbeat by drummer Michael Caskey, and The Brothers Groove dive in and out of raucous rhythm and envious style. From Space Invader to the engaging She's a Dancer, Clamp It Down defines The Brothers Groove as an innovative and inspiring addition to the local music scene. Check them out every Thursday at the Music Menu in Detroit. For more, see www.thebrothersgroove.com. - Stephanie A. Casola