Julia Massey and the Five Finger Discount
I'm Not Hollow

I'm Not Hollow, the new release from Julia Massey and the Five Finger Discount, chronicles the journey of Miss Massey to Ballard and the gelling of a band. With her band mates Geoff B. Gibbs on Bass, Gelli Wuerzner on Violin, and Dom "the nizzle" Cortese on Drums, Julia has created a fresh fusion of sound. I'm Not Hollow combines funk infused indie rock with groovy bass lines and harmony that highlight each instrument and band members strengths.

This album contains a sound for everyone from the instrumental groove of "Motobong", to my favorite "Catacombs", to the rocking epic of "Fruit Tree", and the psychedelic folk sound of "Goner." There is definitely something for everyone. The beauty of this album is that this synergy and diversity are arrived at through an organic love of music, sounds, and artistic expression; it is not arrived at through over-production or over-planning. This release reaches the plateau of creating a wall of sound that does not overwhelm but invites the listener in to explore the intricate sounds of all the voices and instruments.

The combination of Julia's voice, harmonies, and varied instruments and sounds creates sounds that are fresh and new. When combined with the personal, intelligent, thoughtful, and poetic lyrics this album is one you must listen to. Speaking of things you must not miss, Julia Massey and the Five Finger Discount are throwing a CD release party at Bop Street Records at 8PM Saturday March 20th. Also, on the bill is The Jesus Rehab releasing their album Highest Highs and Lowest Lows, which is sure to please. Two new records one night, who could pass it up.