MS. LED: These Things We Say

Ms. Led

These Things We Say

© 2004 Fishy Says Meow (825346414324)

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Feminist power-pop with guts

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These Things We Say charts on the Best of 2004!!
#59 in KEXP's Top 90.3 Albums of the Year
#8 in KEXP's Northwest Albums of the Year
#7 in Three Imaginary Girls' Northwest Albums of the Year
"Stigma" listed in Seattle Weekly's Best Northwest Singles of the Year

About the band:
Ms. Led is headed by singer/songwriter/guitarist, Lesli Wood (aka Roxy), along with bassist, Matt Menovcik (aka Clark), guitarist Peg Wood (aka Violet) and drummer, Steph Hasselman (aka Bootsy). Ms. Led has become known for their infectious riffs, melodies and hooks that draw you in. Their music contains equal parts crunchy power-pop and punk rock energy.

With a decidedly feminist message, Ms. Led has been referred to as a "must-see live show" opening up for such acts as Imperial Teen, The Butchies, Vendetta Red, Visqueen, and The Thermals. Their performances deliver the energy and raw emotion Ms. Led's audience has come to expect, sparking notable excitement from fans and press alike. The band continues to tour extensively, as well as playing such prestigious festivals as the Bumbershoot Festival, Ladyfest, and the Capitol Hill Block Party.

Ms. Led's 2002 album, "Afternoon in Central Park" features tracks mixed by Kramer (Urge Overkill, Low, Galaxie 500) and songs made popular by Ms. Led's energetic live performances. "Afternoon in Central Park" garnered rave reviews nationwide - hailed as "an addictive listen from start to finish". (Devil in the Woods). The album was voted one of the Top 90.3 Albums of 2002 by KEXP listeners and continues to receive regular airplay nationwide.

Ms. Led's highly anticipated new album, "These Things We Say", was produced by Martin Feveyear (Mudhoney, Queens of the Stone Age). "These Things We Say" provides an eclectic mix of Ms. Led's styles while maintaining their distinct high-energy, political edge - proving that Ms. Led is ready to take their revolution to the next level.

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  • What a great CD!!!
    author: Michael

    Just when I thought the days of becoming enthralled and excited by a group had past me by, I heard Ms. Led. And I've been rocking to them ever since. This is a fantastic collection of songs; with outstanding musicianship; insightful, provocative and honest lyrics; and best of all a beat that keeps me thumpin'!!! Buy it!!

  • Good time had by all
    author: Pitchfork Media

    "The band goes for the ultra-quiet Contours breakdown but comes roaring back for one last hurrah, guitars wailing, drums falling about, and a generally good time had by all."

  • Seattle's Most Outspoken Band
    author: Tizzy Asher, Seattle Post-Intelligencer

    "Noted producer Martin Feveyear lends suitable grit to the guitars, while vocalist Lesli Wood (also known as Roxy) swings between Corin Tucker and the keynote speaker at a political rally."

  • raucous, danceable, soul-punk rock, empowering bliss
    author: Stella, Three Imaginary Girls

    "Ms. Led turn out a raucous, danceable, soul-punk rock, coughing 30 minutes of catchy, rocky, danceable, empowering bliss on their latest release... What make Ms. Led so infectious is equal parts smart lyrics, attitude, and musicianship... "Small Change" is a three-minute wonder of big drums, rolling basslines and a lyrical battle-cry that may just be 2004's anthem. "Keep on the Outside" rivals the best electro-dance tune by Le Tigre. And "It Took Until April" throws those tapping toes into a tailspin; it's Ramones-ish riffs so peppy, Wood's wails so full, how can you not want to take it up a notch and actually dance to the music?"

  • EDITOR'S PICK
    author: J-Sin, Smother Magazine

    Invigorating anthems start this album off right that’s sure to encompass the mass’s desire to be heard by the elitists that run our country. Producer Martin Feveyear (Mudhoney, Queens of the Stone Age) polishes their sound to a convincing sound-for-the-people indie rock that openly discusses feminism and equal rights. It shouldn’t be much of a surprise that November 2nd is the day that this fantastic political-edged indie rock album is to be unleashed upon the world. The Northwest and Seattle scenes won’t be able to contain this dynamite quartet much longer.

  • These folks know how to play
    author: Aiding & Abetting

    The truth of the matter is that these folks know how to play. That talent can be heard in the subtle touches which fill this album... Even more impressive is the range of styles Ms. Led incorporates into its full-throttle roar. Kinda like a northwestern version of Firewater--substituting a Kill Rock Stars ethos for the klezmer, if that makes any sense... This is another fine effort. I've now listened to this disc three times, and it keeps getting better. Truly fine.

  • Spark and motivation
    author: Sarah Peters, Lost At Sea

    Ms. Led knows a thing or two about where they came from - musically and intellectually - where they need to go, and, of course, the value of a good pop melody to back up the rebel yell. The dirty howls and stylish disillusionment really suits the band well, and the darkness that sometimes seeps through their pop overtones gives them a bit of spark and motivation - you can tell they believe in their convictions, and it's heartening.

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