Pittsburgh Supergroup Music Story: New Music Roots
The band that Scott Mervis of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette called a “Pittsburgh Supergroup” began when singer/songwriter Matt Aquiline repatriated to Pgh. after two decades living and performing in DC.
To help bring his sound home, Aquiline enlisted a group of musicians with long and distinguished histories on the Pittsburgh music scene, which now includes Aquiline on Vocals, Guitar and Mandolin, Tom Hohn (The Cynics, The Frampton Brothers) on Drums, Joe Safari on Bass, Bill Maruca (Sandoz, The Pawnbrokers, Billy Price) on Keys and Accordion, Alex Hershey (Bluebird and The Message) on Lead Guitar, Greg Eggert (The Rumpshakers) on Trumpet, Hannah Veri (INCO FIdO) on Saxophone and the outstanding Vocalist,Heather Catley, who also plays guitar and contributes her own orignals to the band’s catalogue.
“Fool” official music video
Song’s review
The Dead End Streets Fool Music Review & Soul Sound
The Dead End Streets capture the indestructible feel of traditional rock and soul in “Fool,” blending older influences with a fresh emotional angle. Warm guitar tones, a regular rhythm section, and subtle melodic touches create a relaxed atmosphere that can clearly convey the music’s heartfelt message Rather than relying on catchy production, the band features honest musicianship, giving each instrument space to breathe while maintaining a strong sense of movement at some point in the music
The vocals are one of the music’s greatest strengths, delivering the song with sincerity and quiet confidence. There’s a sense of mirror imagery infused into the overall performance that makes the storytelling feel true rather than dramatic. Inspired by way of the warmth of blue-eyed soul and traditional rock traditions, “Fool” balances melancholy with present-day songwriting, which legitimately follows that each feels familiar and unique. The Dead End Streets deliver a confident, well-crafted performance that feels honest from start to finish. Every instrument has its place, leaving a lasting impression long after the final note fades. It’s a thoughtful and perfectly crafted release that highlights the band’s ability to connect with listeners through authenticity, passion and undead musical fascination
” Shared on our Spotify playlist and social media”
Listen on Spotify:
Connect with The Dead End Streets: Instagram || YouTube
Listen to more music from this genre below:
- “Are you an artist? Join MusoSoup and get discovered!”
- “New opportunities are in your hands!”
