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A Man Called Son
Genre: Indie, Rock
Region: Melbourne, VIC
Members: Simon J. Pearlman - Vox/Guitar/Other instruments. Daniel Kahn - Keyboards/Brass/Guitar Richard Hunt - Drums/Percussion Steven Farry - Bass/Backing vocals.
Sounds Like: breakdancing guitar muppets, Singers, songwriters
Influences: 1953-2011, Various other musical decades , 1970-1980

A Man Called Son is the Melbourne-based solo project of Simon J. Pearlman. Originally from Brisbane band The Narcotics, Simon created the A Man Called Son moniker in 2006. A debut EP, "Fires, Floods and Boredom", entirely home recorded and produced, followed in 2006. Ranging from the British folk sounds of 'Wouldn't Like to Doubt You' to the late night balladry of 'Cool Shady Sand', the EP gained some strong radio support and reviews.

In 2007, A Man Called Son was shortlisted for the Grant Mclennan Memorial Fellowship, an oppportunity for Queensland songwriters in honour of the late Go-Between.

After relocating to Melbourne in 2008, A Man Called Son released his second EP, 'Survive in the Shallows.' Featuring the wiry, hook-laden 'Been Here Too Long' and the electronic textures of 'Sundogs', this collection marked an adventurous new turn for the artist and also garnered further positive reviews and airplay.

From here, A Man Called Son spent several months recording new material in his home studio setup. He then enlisted mixing maestro Lindsay Gravina to put the finishing touches to the songs. The result, titled 'Ruins Of Our Town', was released in November 2009. It features 11 tracks, including the wryly humorous 'My Life Is A Flop' and the psychedelic 'All the Things You Rely On.'

"While the obvious artists that spring to mind are The Triffids, The Go-Betweens and The Church, now we can add A Man Called Son to this impressive list...a serene indie pop record perfect for a balmy summer night."
(The Dwarf, January 2010)
In 2010, A Man Called Son pulled together a talented local lineup for live performances and recordings: Daniel Kahn (keys, brass) Richard Hunt (drums, percussion) and bassist Ryan Lamb from the band Alpine. Following Alpine's busy schedule, Ryan has since departed AMCS.

In early 2011, A Man Called Son released a new single, the catchy 'Dear Liza.' The single recieved national airplay as well as beinga added to online podcasts internationally.
New bassist Steven Farry joined also in early 2011.
The next AMCS album is currently being demoed with the band, which promises to be a more eclectic offering than last time. Watch this space!

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The Spring
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Dear Liza
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Played on triple j Wouldn't Like to Doubt You
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Wouldn't Like to Doubt You
rating:  3/5
Very cruisey listening. Definitely picking up that Elliot Smith vibe - the mellow tones in his vocals. Sweet stuff. Nice guitars too.
triplej



Wouldn't Like to Doubt You
rating:  3/5
Nice little track that really has the listener tapping their foot. Mellow pop sounds coming through well on this one.
superuser



The Spring
rating:  5/5
Good tune! I love it!




Dear Liza
rating:  4/5
I love feeling good about being melancholy.



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