This is the 2005 release from Chicago's Braam,whose "Gravity and the right to fly" release
we strongly recommened. Their enigmatic approach to songwriting co-opt a myriad of varying influences. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED....

10 MP3 Songs
ROCK: Modern Rock, POP: Folky Pop



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Led by the brothers Braam vocalist Tom, bassist Mike, and guitarist Scott, the band that bears their name is an under-heralded treasure on the Chicago music scene, crafting smart and melodic alternative folk/guitar rock.
Braam includes Peter Drefs on drums, and David Ashdown on guitar, and is releasing "Madelaine" their sophomore record in the spring of 2005. "Madelaine" is second in a planned trilogy of recordings, the final of which, still in progress, is titled "Kings." Their first release "Gravity and the Right to Fly," was received by critic's such as Jim DeRogatis of the "Chicago Sun Times," and Richard Milne of "WXRT" with rave reviews.
"Madelaine" is drenched with enough melodies, guitar hooks, and back beats to keep the listener interested long enough to be taken in by the evocative lyrics and imaginative story. These recordings or "stories with guitars" as the brothers call them, are imagined, crafted, and recorded at their studio on Austin Blvd. on the West side of Chicago.