Oranjuly was an American alternative rock band based in Boston, Massachusetts founded in 2008 by American songwriter Brian E. King (singer/multi-instrumentalist). Their sound has been described by music journalists as a mix of Weezer and The Beach Boys because of their catchy songwriting, intricate arrangements and heavy usage of vocal harmonies.Rogers, Nate (June 30, 2010). "Show Crush: Oranjuly (CD Release!) with The Everyday Visuals, The Luxury, Spirit Kid this Friday at the Middle East". Boston Band Crush. Hecht, Emily (July 1, 2010). "CD Review". Weekly Dig The name Oranjuly is a combination of King's favorite color and birth month.Chiampa, Meghan (June 20, 2010). "Interview w/ Brian King of Oranjuly". The Deli Magazine.
Oranjuly's self-titled album was released on July 2, 2010, during a show at The Middle East.anonymous (July 6, 2010). "Oranjuly’s kick-ass CD release at the Middle East 7/2". Desert Race Boston Songs for the album were written and recorded by King over several years since his first songwriting sessions in 2005.
Members
Though King recorded Oranjuly's songs himself, he recruited other Boston-based musicians to play live shows and occasionally record.
Brian E. King - songs/arrangements/recordings, vocals, guitar, keys Lou Paniccia - drums Matt Girard - bass & guitar
Discography Oranjuly (2010)
References
External links
Oranjuly on Facebook. Oranjuly on Twitter.