Pseudoboss clearly has a classic rock appreciation and builds solidly upon that foundation to construct a rock sound that will continue to entertain for years to come. Having seen them live for the first time at the 2009 Oregon State University Battle of the Bands, I was blown away by their uncanny ability to know precisely at which moments to change direction and tone within a song. PSB’s songs were fun, fueled by three driving guitars (no bass, but it didn’t matter), with crafty blends of pure mellow rock emotion, elements of the bizarre keyed at just the right moments to keep things interesting, timely breaks and periods marked simply by rock greatness.

PSB is an authentic rock bad, no real flash to their persona, but their sound isn’t held prisoner by a specific era or captive to the rules of a singular genre. They appear to be without any agenda other than to create great music that is entertaining and challenging. If you are in or near Corvallis, Oregon you need to get your taste of the Pseudoboss experience while it is still affordable to the common man. If PSB has their sights set on greater things, I have no doubt they will continue to break ground on higher plains.

Read our previous interview with lead singer/guitar Noah here

Tags: Corvallis, Rock

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