Black Kids are among the most promising new artists of 2007. Hailing from Jacksonville, Florida, they've gone from obscurity to fame in a matter of months. Their meteoric rise lends further credence to the notion that in the electronic era of the internet, one can truly become an overnight sensation.
Things really took off for them in August after playing a scorching set at the Athens Popfest in Georgia, where numerous members of the media were present. Soon after, Black Kids became a hot buzz word for bloggers and music press alike.
"Black Kids are amazing," says NME.com.
They remain unsigned to a label, and their only release to date is their five-track ep, "The Wizard of Ahhhs", which they have up for download on their myspace page.
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Their sound is familiar, striking a balance between old school indie punk (The Clash) and new (The Arcade Fire). While it doesn't transcend any new ground, it's an impressive batch of songwriting for a debut effort.
Really looking forward to a full-length in the near future.
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