Muller and Patton

Artist: Muller and Patton
Title: Muller and Patton
Genre: Pop-Rock-Alternative
Label: Independent
Muller and Patton Website

Ok, I have made this reference before to outstanding rock-pop artisans, well, here I go again…Muller and Patton sound like they have been listening to the 10cc catalog. Everything from their silly quirky pop (I Want My Mommy) to the every changing tempos (We Oughta Work Together), they are simply a joy to listen to. For such obviously very young talents, well, look at the cover, they are light years ahead for their age.

This dynamic duo takes care of all the instruments and vocal duties on their self-titled rock-pop stunning success. Once again, I found myself having to listen several times before taking a liking to a band. Usually the process goes something like this-first listen, umm, nice melodies, sounds a little off key, second listen, these guys sound like some band I have heard before…third listen, I love this, what great fun it is listening to this album! You see the progression here? Well, I give everything a fair chance to impress me, and it was no exception with this CD. Listening has a lot to do with the mood I am in too; sometimes you can shut the door on an album if you are not in the right space for the type of music you are hearing. I heard it all loud and clear on listen number 3.

For two men they put together an incredibly enjoyable and accessible CD that a wide array of listeners would find common ground with, besides, it is all great fun. Give yourself a break today-no do not go to McDonalds-listen to Muller and Patton. Besides, what’s left “After You Cum” anyway?

© Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck

April 14, 2005

01. Intro (3:29)
02. I Want My Mommy (2:18)
03. Marylou (3:29)
04. We Oughta Work Together (2:28)
05. But Do You Trust Me (4:06)
06. Life Preserver (3:38)
07. How Was I To Know (2:57)
08. Photo Of The Future (1:40)
09. After You Cum (3:05)
10. To Be Honest (4:14)
11. Girl In A Restaurant (2:59)

Rating-7.5/10

Credits:

Jaye Muller: lead and backup vocals, piano, keyboards, guitar, drums

Ben Patton: lead and backup vocals, lead guitar, bass

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