Savoy Motel

I spent some time this weekend catching up with Nashville band Savoy Motel and I'm continuously struck by how well they manage to keep a balance of paying homage to their 70's aesthetic without being stiff about it. Their visual style aside, the songs are also an enjoyable endeavor for your ears. Give these a spin if you're not familiar:

• Souvenir Rock Shop - my introduction to the band and an excellent definition of their whole vibe.
• Western Version Boogie - the latest video (embedded above) and possibly the best example of a band actually enjoying themselves.
• Hot One - my least favorite of the bunch but it features a lot of fake saxophone playing so I certainly don't dislike it that much
• Sorry People - barn hanging goodness.
• KEXP Full Performance - just in case you were wondering, like myself, if they kept the look up outside of videos; they do.