Exit Clov LIVE at Iota Cafe and Exclusive FREE MP3 Download
Celebrating the release of their latest album, Memento Mori, D.C. based band, Exit Clov has been a strong presence in the district's indie rock scene. The band is best known for their subversive tracks that are commonly infused with poppy melodies, and lyrics that are colored with bright, political satire.
Exit Clov, comprised of guitarist, Aaron Leeder; bassist, Brett Niederman; drummer, John Thayer and singer-songwriters, Susan and Emily Hsu whom are twins, have performed mostly in New York City these days. However, the band returned to their hometown last Saturday to rock out Iota, in Arlington, Virginia.
The twin's voices—youthful and pure—provide a unique and, often times, playful contrast to songs like "M.K. Ultra," a popular track that is about government mind control.
While they may look young, Exit Clov's music and exposition over the years have demonstrated a growing maturity that is always nicely balanced with their ability to never take themselves too seriously.
Their latest album, Memento Mori carries their trademark pop and satirical lyrics, but brings with it a new depth and softness unseen in their last albums. In producing memorable tracks like "Ritchie Valenz," about lost love, and "Death is a Song," about the passing of the twin's father, Exit Clov continues to evolve as a solid indie rock band.
Their performance in Iota was mixture of classic singles that included "District Menagerie" and songs from Memento Mori.
However, Exit Clov did unveil some new numbers that included "It's a Cult," that continues their subversive undertone, and "Unset the Sun," (working title) that shows off the violin talents of the girls.
To get a free download of their popular single, "District Menagerie," you can download here.
District Menagerie by Exit Clov
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