“I’m Only Joking” Write-up on NeedCoffee.com

And last but not least, the new single from Kongos from their upcoming album. The song is “I’m Only Joking” and possesses that fun stompyness that we don’t get enough of anymore. Contrast this with the bar brawl stompyness of something like Elbow’s “Grounds For [...]

‘Come With Me Now’ Write-up: Single of the Day

From Single of the Day: “I heard their song Come With Me Now and I was like, yeah there’s something emanating from the speakers. The crazy accordion to the gang vocals. There’s a nice groove going on that makes this song propel along at a [...]

‘It’s a Good Life’ Write-up: Single of the Day

From Single of the Day: “My immediate feeling is the sense of fun you hear in the music. It’s like one big party going on. The lyrics have a sense of humor to them. Which I appreciate…”Read article.

Undiscovered Radio Network Write-up

From: Undiscovered Radio Network (an indie radio show that airs on a bunch of radio stations around the US). Kongos – (self-titled) 2007 (no label) Murphy’s pick: “The Way” Kongos doesn’t look like rockers, and their music doesn’t quite sound like normal rock. Makes sense [...]