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The idea for Bears came about in 2004, when long-time friends Craig Ramsey (The Lovekill, Kiddo) and Charlie McArthur were living in different states. Essentially, the plan was that when Charlie moved back to Cleveland the duo would start a pop band and write songs for fun. Little did they know just one year later they'd have a full-length CD, an army of fans and loads of critical acclaim under their belts—all before they played their first show. The first song they wrote, "Walk Away" was completed in just two sessions, and the duo were so happy with the results that an album quickly followed. Instead of waiting to find a label to release the album, the band pressed it themselves to keep that initial momentum going. Bears has been described by You Ain't No Picasso as a record that "recalls the tenderness of twee, the poeticism of Morrissey and the pop stylings of many of the bands on Matinée"—but that's only part of the story. And while the group shares an affinity for acts like Belle & Sebastian and Camera Obscura, their music is pure unbridled pop, in the best possible way. Catchy, carefree and, most importantly, free of any indie pretension. True to their relentless work ethic, Bears are already working on the follow-up to Bears and looking to expand their sound by experimenting with new instruments and arrangements. Filling out the band's live lineup is Patrick Tripto on guitars and Farfisa organ, Sean Sullivan on bass, Rachel Hart on bells and percussion and Jared McGrath on Rhodes piano and keyboards. Check out the artist's website: http://www.bearspop.com Track List: 1. Never Have To Guess 2. Walk Away 3. How To Live 4. Everywhere 5. When You're Away 6. Still Alright 7. Daydreams 8. Over It 9. Days 10. Things I Should Say 11. Goodbye Song 12. Still The Same 13. Stay Other Genres:
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