Tootscats for Eclectic Prog

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From the Facebook profile of the band:We're a music band (maybe art-, prog-, indie- or whatever you call it -rock) from Saratov, Russia. Previously we were known as Nice Cliques, by the way.
From their Bandcamp profile:
Tootscats” is a band from Saratov, Russia, consisting of three former “Nice Cliques” members. What can be described as artrock with some elements of indie and prog rock, their music is noted for sophisticated arrangements and quite complex songs’ structures. “Tootscats” use a large array of instruments, which makes the group’s live gigs quite interesting to watch and listen to.

Discography:
2014 - Jason Clause, studio album

1.  Intro 05:02
2.  Steady Lamblike Trickster 05:31
3.  Freedom 02:56
4.  Lemnos 04:47
5.  Kizik 03:39
6.  Phineas Blues 03:58
7.  Sea Theme 03:35
8.  Giant Polar Crimson Birds 03:46
9.  Once Upon A Time In Love 04:42
10. 85 04:05
11. Headphones 04:21
12. Cave 04:55
13. Nimonic 75 04:01
14. Oasis 03:51
15. Cote d'Ivoire 03:23
16. Alexander It's A Trap 03:25

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2016 - Last Song (Finally), single

Line-up: 
Anton Solodky – guitar, keyboards, vocals 
Roman Makarov – bass guitar, flute, keyboards, vocals 
Alexander Kashev – drums & percussion, oboe, keyboards, vocals 

Also on Reverbnation with lyrics available.

Youtube videos:

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custard_py Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: February 14 2011 Status: Offline Points: 8	Topic: Tootscats for Eclectic Prog Posted: May 01 2016 at 02:25
	From the Facebook profile of the band: We're a music band (maybe art-, prog-, indie- or whatever you call it -rock) from Saratov, Russia. Previously we were known as Nice Cliques, by the way. From their Bandcamp profile: Tootscats” is a band from Saratov, Russia, consisting of three former “Nice Cliques” members. What can be described as artrock with some elements of indie and prog rock, their music is noted for sophisticated arrangements and quite complex songs’ structures. “Tootscats” use a large array of instruments, which makes the group’s live gigs quite interesting to watch and listen to. Discography: 2014 - Jason Clause, studio album 1. Intro 05:02 2. Steady Lamblike Trickster 05:31 3. Freedom 02:56 4. Lemnos 04:47 5. Kizik 03:39 6. Phineas Blues 03:58 7. Sea Theme 03:35 8. Giant Polar Crimson Birds 03:46 9. Once Upon A Time In Love 04:42 10. 85 04:05 11. Headphones 04:21 12. Cave 04:55 13. Nimonic 75 04:01 14. Oasis 03:51 15. Cote d'Ivoire 03:23 16. Alexander It's A Trap 03:25 ............................................................................................. 2016 - Last Song (Finally), single Line-up: Anton Solodky – guitar, keyboards, vocals Roman Makarov – bass guitar, flute, keyboards, vocals Alexander Kashev – drums & percussion, oboe, keyboards, vocals Also on Reverbnation with lyrics available. Youtube videos:

custard_py Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: February 14 2011 Status: Offline Points: 8	Posted: May 08 2016 at 04:54
	Opinions. Names speak for themselves. From musicians. Phideaux Xavier and Steve Katsikas: Yes, I quite like it. I like the words and the quirk factor. I also like the intro-reminding me a bit of Michael Nyman opera style. Very cool tune! Very interesting changes! it is even more impressive seeing it done live with the singer switching off like that. it is much better than some of the stuff I hear on progstreaming.com in that it sounds more original About genre. its unique but not easily categorized oh, I think it fits in the genre of prog I had a favorable reaction to it I think the vocalist is ok, but doesn't make me go "wow" he reminds me alittle of Gentle Giant be sure to send this to George Roldan from Rosfest for consideration to play the fest Remind me in a week, and I'll sent it to him for you sure thing. I'd send links to our record label. From respective critics. Mike Whitfield. Of music It is very good. I've just checked out some of the other songs on You Tube and like them. Thank you for sharing. Of genre. I think 'eclectic' is a good choice

custard_py Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: February 14 2011 Status: Offline Points: 8	Posted: May 09 2016 at 10:59
	More opinions. Ray Weston of Echolyn: I purposely went into with a closed mind and I'll be damned with every note you opened me up. I'm hooked. Cool parts, odd parts, my kind of tune. Thanks again for an early Sunday morning ear opener! George Dobbs of 3RDegree: i like it. it upholds the twin values of brevity and complexity that my own band has tried to champion. Fractal Mirror: I think it is a very good track. Far more progressive than we are.wink emoticon. Different Light: Good stuff!

3RDegree Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: March 31 2007 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 129	Posted: May 15 2016 at 04:51
	It's very creative. I see you have a bunch of people who have weighed in with great words. Checked out "Last Song" video and the audio from Bandcamp of "Sea Theme". I like the sort of James Bond-ish surf guitar but it's played with more of a Fripp-Like style. Almost Cocteau Twins-like too. A nice, strange, striking album cover is a plus. -Robert James Pashman of 3RDegree
	www.3RDegreeONLINE.com www.facebook.com/3RDegree "Defiling Perfectly Good Songs With Prog Since 1990"

custard_py Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: February 14 2011 Status: Offline Points: 8	Posted: May 22 2016 at 04:15
	Some warm words from Tom Slatter: Listening to the first one now. They're interesting. Lots of changes, some interesting grooves and definitely a sense of fun!

Sagichim Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: November 29 2006 Location: Israel Status: Offline Points: 6632	Posted: May 22 2016 at 23:53
	Sounds like eclectic would be the right place. I'll take it to the team for evaluation.

custard_py Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: February 14 2011 Status: Offline Points: 8	Posted: May 31 2016 at 12:51
	Thanks. Hope it won't take forever

Epignosis Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: December 30 2007 Location: Raeford, NC Status: Offline Points: 32477	Posted: June 23 2016 at 10:08
	Added to Eclectic.
	https://epignosis.bandcamp.com/album/a-month-of-sundays