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Sunday, 10 December 2006 19:00

The Slip - Eisenhower - Bar/None

Consisting of two brothers and a childhood friend, The Slip play like they know each other all their lives. Their Bar/None Records debut - Eisenhower - is a sonic treat, boasting powerful musical interaction with some very well written songs.

Published in 2006
Saturday, 20 September 2008 01:00

The Slip: WXPN's December 2006 Artist to Watch

The Slip

The music of The Slip is deceptively straightforward rock. The layers and intricacy of the sound, with persevering drums, melodic vocals, and guitars that easily transition between smooth background and a driving heaviness, come through on a second listen.

Published in 2006

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