Review: Denver's The Dirty Circuits Release Debut EP 'Transplants'

By: Norman Hittle

Denver-based artists The Dirty Circuits are elevating their brand of American folk rock with nods to The Lumineers, The Traveling Wilburys, and an almost uncharacteristic, and dare I say non-traditional, edge and attitude that you won't find common in similarly genred bands.

The Dirty Circuits. 

The Dirty Circuits. 

Their debut EP Transplants defines itself with four enjoyably diverse songs starting out with a cover of “Love Makes You Feel.” The song may be an homage to Lou Reed, but the style is so much more reminiscent of Tom Petty with good feeling rock vibes.

Listen to Transplants:

Along with “Love Makes You Feel,” the second track “One Last Drink” continues the good old Americana rock vibe, while “Spin” brings us closer to the band with a personal feel of calming, acoustic guitar and melodic lead lines. The final track “Wanderlost” leaves us with a bright, feeling tale of leaving home behind for adventurous horizons. What I like about Transplants overall is how it reminds me of good times: fishing with my dad, long road trips, and playing music around the campfire. Sometimes it doesn't get much better than that!

Watch a live performance video of The Dirty Circuits at Francisco Studios:

The Dirty Circuits were formed in 2015, combining members from Michigan, California, Tennessee, Virginia, and Illinois, hence their tip of the hat to their origins in their EP title. They ride the line between sophistication and glorious power chord ignorance to make music in the grand American songwriter tradition, with well arranged multi-part harmonies.

Catch the Dirty Circuits April 29th as they headline their debut EP release at Lost Lake Lounge. Supporting them will be The Eldridge Band and Trashcan Jackson. Doors open at 8PM and tickets are available for $10 here.

-Norman

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