Oceanography Oakland Oceanography merges different raw styles of rock throughout the decades, with a bit of garage rock passion, sometimes with the fierce intensity of punk, so at times it may sound indie/alternative until you realize this is just brutal rock and roll. “Best of 2012... an emotionally-gripping five-track record, exhibiting a broad range of influences and sounds, from old school U2 and New Wave to 90s alternative.” — The Bay Bridged “Oceanography manages to carve out its own sound, aided by Brian Kelly’s distinct vocals that recall the manic crooning of Suede’s Brett Anderson and Ian McCulloch of Echo & the Bunnymen.” — East Bay Express “Oceanography could be described as the best of what rock has offered in the last 20 to 40 years.” — This is Book’s Music “The temperament of the band on “Napoleon Holiday” reminds me of the great Pavement album “Slanted and Enchanted.” That ain’t bad company. Kelly’s voice in particular cuts through and leaves quite an impression.” — Music on The Goe “catchy songs about vanilla extract and potato guns.” — Deli Magazine “epic live performance.” — MXDWN
