"Let me tell you 'bout a band, that is so far underground..." Simply put, Andy Swan is one of the most gifted songwriters we know. From the depths of a dingy Toronto basement apartment, The Michael Parks took shape throughout 2004 and 2005. By the time New Years '06 hit, there were nearly 30 songs to comb through. The Michael Parks rose from the ashes- subtle, softer, and more slick than their 2003 outing, The Night We Ate the Cake. ...show more

"Let me tell you 'bout a band, that is so far underground..." Simply put, Andy Swan is one of the most gifted songwriters we know. From the depths of a dingy Toronto basement apartment, The Michael Parks took shape throughout 2004 and 2005. By the time New Years '06 hit, there were nearly 30 songs to comb through. The Michael Parks rose from the ashes- subtle, softer, and more slick than their 2003 outing, The Night We Ate the Cake.

With Greg Smith on bass, Sandro Perri on lap steel and guitar, (drummer 'The Velvet Fog' Shayne) Cox and Swanny are now gelling as a tight live unit, and the DK are on top of their game. The Michael Parks is a brilliant musical achievement. Working again with Andy Magoffin at London's House of Miracles, the DK have hit their stride, creating a pop masterpiece that is bound to turn heads in Toronto's crowded indie music scene. From the opening chords of "Altona, MB," you know you're not listening to an ordinary album.

Like a prairie night, it's quiet, and full of wide open spaces. There's no rush to reel you in with power pop magic, no urgent call to attention. Less cryptic lyrics, more straight-ahead, heartfelt admissions. Out with speed, in with soul. ...show less