Broomfiller - "Third Stage Propellor Index" (As reviewed on May 18th, 2016)
Band Bio:
Where
is the band from?
TORONTO,
ONTARIO, CANADA
Who
are the band members?
Broomfiller
has always been my passion project, and have had a series of live band members
over the years who would help me play live shows and tours. Current members who have been with me for
quite some time are Terry on Bass and Valerie on Keys / synth.
How
long has the band been together?
The
band has been around since 2002.
Where
was the album made?
It
was recorded in at Skylark Park Studios in Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
Who produced the album?
Jordon
zadorozny and myself (Richard D. Leko)
Who
does the songwriting?
I
write all the music and lyrics for BROOMFILLER
Who
are your musical influences?
Dave
Grohl is a musical force that has inspired me from jumping out behind the drum
kit and fronting my own band. Other
bands that I’m really into are: millencolin, bad religion, husker du, jawboxx,
foo fighters, Face to Face & Bracket.
What
was the message or goal of this album?
The
last full length album BROOMFILLER released was in 2006 (Enter the Storm). I had lost the drive to put out more music,
and other things in life took priority.
A demo cd in 2009 was unofficially put out, but nothing that really
counted as an official release. In
2014, I lost both of my parents (Dad in January & Mom in December). Shortly after losing my Dad, my perception
of everything changed, and it was a much needed kick in the ass for me to get
back up on the horse and record new music.
The songs specifically chosen on this album were songs that both of my
parents would have heard (in one form or another) when I was back home at my
parents house, in the basement jamming on my guitar and amp there. I actually finished many songs there, and
some of these songs were actually about them, and what they were going through,
and what our family went through as a result.
Third
stage Propellor Index is a tribute to my parents, and to me, my most powerful
and emotional work to date. I booked a
week up with Jordon, and played all the instruments on the album, with Jordon
engineering and co-producing with me.
It’s very bitter sweet, but so far the new album has been receiving a
lot of positive feedback, which I’m very grateful for.
Do
you plan on touring to promote this album?
Yes,
we toured Western Canada in Sept / Oct and will be touring Eastern Canada in
July / August 2016, with many more shows to come.
What
are your goals for the future?
Play
as many shows / tours as possible to promote this album.
Where
can people buy your music?
"Third Stage Propellor
Index" available on iTunes:
CD Review:
Broomfiller “Third Stage Propellor Index”
Favorite songs: Milly, How Long, So Long
I have to be honest. I was a bit skeptical when I
first placed this album onto my mp3 player.
What was I going to hear? More emo rock from today’s latest quintet
attempting to break out into the music scene today? Well, I was pleasantly
surprised and highly entertained by the music that flowed through my ears this
week. Broomfiller has given me new hope
for rock music in today’s world.
If you are looking for music to uplift your mood,
then you’ve found your album. There’s
enough variety on Third Stage Propellor to keep listeners intrigued and
interested during the whole album. Harmonies
blend in amazing fashion, especially on Figure It Out Quickly. I’d also give High School Reunion a listen or
two. It’s exactly how I feel about ever
going to a high school reunion. Which
would be never.. lol..
Overall, I give this album a high
recommendation. Most of the songs are
under four minutes in length, but don’t let that stop you. Each song packs enough depth and amazing melodies
and riffs and beats for songs twice their length. Third Stage Propellor Index is available for
purchase on iTunes and yes, I recommend doing so now.
Definitely check this amazing band/artist out! you won't regret it!
