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Praise
Berkshire Eagle 8/16/11
“[A] meaty, musically literate dose of rock-tinged pop […] this is a band with chops as well as brains.“Full Article »
iBerkshires.com 8/15/11
“Grin-worthy lyricism and rock showmanship, woven through stunning virtuoso string performance“Full Article »
1794 Meetinghouse, New Salem, MA, 7/29/11
“[T]imeless and ageless. I close my eyes and see three generations standing side by side, […] each one loving what they’re hearing for a completely different reason.” — Michael Ruocco
Soundspike, 7/25/2011
“Darlingside […] held nothing back as they showcased their sometimes quirky but seamless and exhilarating sound.” Full Article »
Origivation Magazine, 12/26/10
“A happy place between indie rock and folk […] powerhouse vocals, dreamy harmonies, dominating cello and violin interjections and good ol’ fashion guitar picking.” Full Article »
Stereo Subversion, 12/1/10
“[T]his quintet is immensely talented—each of them contribute noteworthy vocals, their production value is simple yet effective, and their lyrics are spot-on […]“Full Article »
The Ampeater Review, 11/9/10
“Pop sensibilities unconstrained by the pop aesthetic push Darlingside outside the realm of trendy, safely beyond the obnoxious trifling of those who wear their music tastes on their sleeves as a mere fashion accessory, and into deeper and more enduring places.” Full Article »
UMASS Daily Collegian, 11/15/10
“Insanely talented […] Darlingside seamlessly melded hook-drenched classical-rock melody lines with substantially infectious grooves.” Full Article »
Dig Boston, 11/19/10
“Folky in a way that occurs when you gather that many hollow-bodied instruments together, Darlingside manages to make it abundantly clear that they’ve got their roots just as much in classic rock as they do in … well, roots.” Full Article »
Wildy’s World, 8/23/10
“Darlingside spins musical tales a spider couldn’t unwind.“Full Article »
Urban Escape’s Band of the Month, 7/15/10
“[…] here in the office, we’ve got Darlingside fever. […] Their complex arrangements lend to some pretty smooth songs, and with the help of a mandolin, violin, and electric cello Darlingside is bridging the gap between classical folk and rock. I predict these guys will be VERY successful in a few years time.” Full Article »
Lucky Dog Music Hall, Worcester, MA
“You aren’t going to believe how great they are. They left a mark in my skull, wanting more.” — Eric Godin
Bernice Lewis, Songwriting Instructor
“As individuals, each member of Darlingside could easily be a top notch solo artist. Together, they are a powerhouse of vocal, instrumental, songwriting, and performing talent. Their energy is contagious, their sound is unpredictable, and their songs are unforgettable.” — Bernice Lewis
David Wax Museum
“Speaking of girls… how about Darlingside!?” — Suz Slezak