SCRATCHER: The Henry Street Sessions

Scratcher

The Henry Street Sessions

© 2003 Scratcher Music (616892547228)

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British indie pop/rock with a trans-atlantic connection. Brewed in Brooklyn from an original Welsh recipe.

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Scratcher - The Henry Street Sessions

Conceived at a vodka drinking session in New York City during the winter of 2001, Scratcher comprises Pete Amos (guitars and vocals), Peter DeLuca (drums), Neil Gorny (bass and lead guitars), Audrey Kellar (vocals) and Patrick Tafoya (guitars and keyboards).

Their self-produced album, "The Henry Street Sessions", is the culmination of 4-months of Sunday afternoons recording at Peter's flat in Brooklyn.

With roots in the indie-pop scene from the 90's, Scratcher's sound is diverse, and at times reminiscent of The Cure, The Cardigans, New Order and The Sundays. Despite such diversity, with three featured vocalists (including special guest Robert Dodd), Scratcher manages to maintain their own distinct style.

The guitar-based songs provide the perfect platform to showcase Kellar's enchanting vocals, evident on opening tracks "Battle of Britta", and "Thirteen."

The songs have character and the melodies are infectious. The album is full of jangly guitar hooks, solid rhythms and smooth bass lines.

"The Henry Street Sessions" offers 3 bonus tracks including the 'dominatrix' remix of Britta that would grace any dance club worldwide.

Overall, the Henry Street Sessions is an inspired debut that deserves repeated listening.

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  • when is the new material coming out?
    author: chauncy flatrock

    that's it? one album? c'mon mates, make some more noise!

  • allo...roit??
    author: magneticfielded

    scuse me but... just because Pete and Gort have run off to the UK doesn't mean that Scratcher is scratched. Let's go luvs- I say you play a gig in Bklyn- soon. What say you? 3 wks reho and off you go!

  • so...more please?? where you been??
    author: bigcard
  • oi...summer girl!
    author: britpopper2

    c'mon now luvs...where's the follow up record?? Summer girl is a fan fucking tastic song. Lets have you lot do some more of this- soon.

  • more please...
    author: britpopper

    Now...clearly this is a demo effort, but MORE please! It's obvious that the tentative quality of this first release would quickly be replaced by a more confident, full throttle attack on a next effort- Excellent melodies, harmonies and vocals. Great guitars- great remixes. Do it again, soon. Worth a listen and a record deal!

  • The music is upbeat and peppy. Worth looking into. Promising, as well.
    author: Bill Ribas (NY Rock columnist)

    The music is upbeat and peppy, with a lot of airy, jangling guitar work, floating female vocals (for the most part), and melodic bits and pieces that get stuck in your head quite easily. And given that this was recorded in an apartment, the sound quality is quite good. The song "The First Time" blends in some good guitar solos, with some nice melodic coloring. The remix of "Battle of Britta," labeled "Dominatrix Mix," shows someone in the band knows his way around the dance floor, or at least what gets the little ravers to move, as it sets up an infectious hypnotic groove. Worth looking into. Promising, as well.

  • Beautifully crafted...
    author: Robbie F

    Wanna feel good? Then play these beautifully crafted songs... they have earned a place in my collection.

  • Truly wonderful
    author: norma

    Although I am not yet fortunate enough to have listened to the whole CD, what I did hear was truly wonderful. It's great music for almost anything. Great addition to one's diverse collection. Looking forward to more from Scratcher!!

  • most listening fun I've had since Wang Lung's "Potato Pancake" club remix
    author: Harvey Nickelrolls

    This is the most listening fun I've had since Wang Lung came out with the German club remix of "Potato Pancake" from his awe inspiring "Dweezil the Weasel" album. Thumbs up Scratcher, you licked the red off my lollipop.

  • Fantastic !!!
    author: 'The Guvnor'

    A BREATH OF FRESH AIR!! THIS CD SHOULD BE IN EVERYONES COLLECTION!!

  • Great Vocals
    author: John

    Can't go wrong CD. Lead vocals are great.

  • A must buy...
    author: Dominic

    this CD is a real find... The sound quality is excellent, especially for a self-produced album... the vocals are amazing... Listen to the all the samples, then buy the CD!

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