Strider Hero are a duo that are bound for greatness. They are more than just a duo. Arthur & Michael Imperial are brothers. Hailing from Toronto, Ontario, Strider Hero was greatly influenced by their self proclaimed hippy father from the Philippines who bumped plenty of classic rock for them.
Welly Daddy Imperial, you should be proud. Your sons have turned into talented musicians who are ready to make their mark on the musical landscape. Their self titled debut ep is one of the happiest things that you will hear this year , period. Immediately I sensed that these guys had incredible musical talent that came naturally. Their melodies are clear as daylight equally as elegant as it is catchy. The EP is 7 songs filled to the brim with pop sensibilities, smart lyrics, and great production. What else do you need?
I posted two songs from the EP below. The first, “Brave” is what Simon & Garfunkel would sound like if they were still making music in 2010. The second, “Fake New York Girls” is drifts between psych rock and electronic pop. Yeah, you need these songs now.
[mp3]: Strider Hero – Brave
[mp3]: Strider Hero – Fake New York Girls
If you like it, the EP is available to snag from itunes or Cd Baby. For more on Strider Hero: Myspace | Facebook | Twitter
all ears — 19 Jul 10
these songs are incredibly infectious. and i wouldn’t mind spending a long romantic night with the brother on the right. which one is he btw.
ohm2om — 19 Jul 10
I like it
chrys — 19 Jul 10
beautiful music.
give me the bro on the left xxx
Michael — 19 Jul 10
I’m the one on the right.
ally — 19 Jul 10
Music is all right, but definitely, the brother on the left.
Jeff — 19 Jul 10
eh they’re okay, nothing special in my opnion.
Craig — 19 Jul 10
Very impressive music! Their sound is warm, songwriting and melodies are catchy and smart and overall, sonically very fluid with lots of references here.
As for the brothers, I’ll take the wood in the shed
UncleEk — 20 Jul 10
“Fake New York Girls” definitely kills
Elle — 20 Jul 10
These songs are so infectious! I almost immediately bought their EP and fell in love with their easy, bright songs.
Arthur on the Left, Michael on the Right as far as I know.