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Live Shows Reviews

Knox - Live at the Flying Lion, Seattle, WA. February 2006

Knox is described as a "despondent troubadour with an iconic 1950's and 1960's fixation" and his live shows offer "an infectious romp of rock-n-roll with many tongue and cheek twists".  Knox and his group combine, soul drenched vocals, rootsy Americana, contagious folk-rock, dance-inducing funk, and hook-laden pop. Despite such diverse influences, Knox's sound remains uniquely its own. Without doubt his shows are fun!
Howard Bing; Seattle, WA.

Knox - Live at the Alki Beach House, Seattle, WA. August 2005

Knox and the band did such a great job Friday night. It was a fabulous time. He is such a great entertainer and musician. I bought the cd (Music for Pleasure) and have been listening to it at home. I don't know why I didn't think of it that night, but I'll have to get you to autograph it for me. I'll bring it to your next event. Thanks!  Laurianne Tarver; Seattle, WA.

Knox - Live at Jazzbones, Tacoma, WA.  July 2005

"I came upon the Seattleite, Knox warming up in the street outside of Jazzbones, Tacoma’s hippest music venue, which showcases new talent Wednesday nights. I can't wait for Knox to find a label and get his CD out so I can hear his big, rootsy voice and fun loving lyrics in T-town more often." Catherine Harp; Tacoma, WA.

Knox - Live at Mulleady’s, Seattle, WA.  – Rock Paper Scissors Vol  3 # 9 July 2001

Knox Plays Mulleady’s

Magnolia, a neighborhood mostly known for it’s sleepy, Mayberry-esque lifestyle, experienced a much-needed awakening last Saturday night (7/21).  Knox, an emerging Seattle artist, followed by a crowd of devoted fans descended upon Magnolia’s new neighborhood hotspot, Mulleady’s.  There was an air of expectation inside the newly remodeled authentic Irish pub characterized with an exposed beam ceiling, bar running half the length of the interior and a stage quaintly wedged in the corner.  The room buzzed with infectious excitement about the headlining band, Knox, causing first-time listeners to wonder what makes this band different from the hundreds of other bands infiltrating Seattle.

Knox is known for blending tight folk-edged rock, pop savvy lyrics, clean harmonies and groove-driven acoustic soul.  This unique mixture results in a dynamic set of feel-good jams and melodic original songs drawing a diverse sampling of locals to Knox’s shows.   When fans are asked to compare Knox to other popular bands, most unabashedly state that Knox has created a sound uncompromisingly his own.  However, given a good hour and a few more drinks, fans approached this writer with names like Train, Dave Matthews Band, and Seattle’s own Left Hand Smoke.

Knox played two captivating and energetic sets, merely a handful of a myriad of original pieces.   Some of the evening’s highlights included compositions like:  “Day Traders”, a satiric commentary on Seattle’s .com climate which brought laughter with its cleverly worded hooks and "Soft Seduction” riding on a provocative slow funk groove capturing the absurdity of hollow relationships, “The Lonesome Road” with lyrics painting stark imagery reminiscent of Woody Guthrie’s works, and “If You Still Want Me” cunningly equipped with the Stone’s “You Can’t Always Get What You Want” adding a bitter-sweet twist to the plot of this once tender love-song.  Knox also introduced songs registering intense honesty and romantic turbulence with “The Longer She Waits”, “The End”, “Shall I Drive” and “Asleep at the Wheel.”  By the end of the show, the band had guided the audience through experiencing a mixture of titillation, laughter, tenderness and just plain fun. 

This engaging five-piece is comprised of Knox, Blitz, Mark Pendolino, Brian Moss and Brian Oaks. Knox, the band’s leader and namesake, provides lead vocals and acoustic guitar.  Knox is the keystone of the group with a natural talent for creating intense feeling and emotional depth with vocals delivered in waves of fragility and pure vulnerability.  There isn’t much more an audience could ask for with his talent for diverse songwriting, evocative lyricism, off-the-wall humor, improvisational hilarity, and of course an unbelievable tower of curly hair.  Blitz, as he is referred to by his band -mates, the depiction of a rugged rock icon with a sense of reckless abandon, provides a strong backbone for each tune with steady melodic bass lines and gritty flair.  Mark Pendolino sustains unmatched rhythmic punctuation accompanied by unyielding energy that is seldom, if ever, found in drummers.  During the majority of the show, the audience found Mark standing at his drum-kit with a full army of unrelenting pulses leaving even the most resisting of the crowd amazed.  Brian Moss, keyboardist and a performing solo talent in his own right, skillfully contributed an outstanding opening set as well as defining soulful blues-infected additions to Knox tunes, most notably “Jesus Arrived on Flight 295.”  Finally, Brian Oaks illustrated true intuitive skill as a lead guitarist by aggressively knocking out exciting solo spots as well as providing thoughtfully interwoven melodies throughout the sets.

It is no wonder that Knox is building a steady Northwest following with the band’s energy rapidly winning over crowds.  Their shows are packed with humorous banter between the band members that seems to intensify the connection with all in the audience.  After attending a Knox performance it is natural to want to make these guys your new best friends which is clearly why they are gaining momentum.

Their first album entitled “Music for Pleasure” is nearly complete and will be self-released.  News about the release of their albums, information about upcoming live performances and the video of their planned first single entitled “Baby, Baby, Baby” can currently be viewed on their web site, knoxonline.com, and should not be missed! - Rock Paper Scissors Vol  3 # 9  -  7/27/2001 by K. Wolfe