F F H H

baltimore, maryland

Press: Blogs/Papers

January 9, 2009:  Baltimore City Paper.  Noise: Show Review 
August 1, 2008:  Instrumental Analysis. IA Anniversary Present (Play for Today cover) 
December 29, 2006:  Instrumental Analysis:
FFHH's New Years Resolutions  
December 7, 2006:
Johns Hopkins University Newsletter 
October 2006:  Blog TakeOver. Instrumental Analysis Midweek Mutiny
March 13, 2006: Towson University Towerlight. Read the full article.

Reviews: Clap Fall Run EP

October 1, 2006: Independent Clauses: "The boys in FFHH just want people to dance, and with those ideals in mind, this EP succeeds. The band is solid, with all the bells and whistles you would expect: adventurous bassist, cymbal-heavy drumming (although some interesting tom patterns do occur), Strokes-ian guitars, and a vocalist that commands attention with a tone unique enough but not grating." (read the full review)

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August 2006:  Music Monthly:  "Baltimore's FFHH is a band that drew its hard-edged sound by combining elements of indie rock and punk to reach a level of heightened intensity, a fact that is quite evident after listening to the band's new EP, Clap Fall Run. This five-song collection starts strong with the charging "Calm Down" and never lets up on the reigns.  Sam, Brian, Matt and Mike combine the dynamics and passion of Sweden's Refused with the melody-driven sound of American punk music to create a nice balance and one of the strongest rock bands to come out of Baltimore recently. For a band that has only been together since January 2005, these guys have come a long way in a short time. Sometimes a name tells you all you need to know about a band and this is a good example. This quartet does it Faster Faster Harder Harder and they definitely make it work."  Written by Greg Yost.

Reviews: FFHH EP

March 5, 2006: PowPowPow.com"On first listening to ‘FFHH’ it is easy for your first thoughts to be more more. Emerging from an impressive time for Indie music, this 4 piece demonstrate their energy and love for music in each track. ‘The Body’ is really a demonstration of what the band stand for, lyrics that have a meaning and some kick ass instruments to accompany. A catchy guitar tune starts off the track with the ever prominent bass line backing it up. A non-manufactured sound partly due to them not being signed and partly due to them doing it how they want to. ‘Red teeth’ my personal favourite, makes much more use of the vocalist’s talent and the guitar gives the song a greater depth. It is a heavier sound than in the body demonstrates which is why I like it to a great extent. ‘Smith vs Savage’ tries to be that bit trashier with a greater potential political point being made in the lyrics. This over emphasis on the lyrics is apparent as they just do not work with the music ruining a capable great track. It seems to try harder than the previous tracks but fails to deliver. Despite this it is an impressive demonstration of the raw talent the band has. A promising contribution to music and the band has an impressive sound with them which people will like but if this band wants to appeal to a wider fan base then the lyrics need to fuse better with the music."  Written by Edward.

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March 1, 2006: Independent Clauses: "If you like upbeat indie-rock that’s concerned with making the body move, then you will love FFHH. They deliver the goods on this short EP, and if these four songs are any indication of their future as a band, there will be probably be some hype in their future. Jump on it now by jumping on the dance floor." (read the full review)

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February 20, 2006: The Towerlight: "FFHH are a solidly performing, high-energy group; the drummer is great and the bass lines are cohesively driving. Furthermore, their guitars have a gritty, indulgent tonality that old Yamahas and the like produce,.... All in all, the EP is effective in that it interests a listener enough to go see their shows—judging from their sound they’re probably really great live—while at the same time revealing the band to be in possession of a fair amount of potential." (read the full review)