Fyfe Dangerfield, the lead singer/songwriter of the Guillemots says that one of the most difficult things to do is write a three minute pop song that moves people but doesn't sound too crass or corny.

"I don't think there's a greater art than writing a three-minute pop song that people can sing when they're drunk." Dangerfield (originally Hutchins) says.

It just so happens that the Guillemots (named curiously after a type of pigeon) have been able to create a portfolio of songs that fit that description.

The band, which is composed of a Canadian, Brazilian, and a couple Brits make the case for "Most Singable Songs While Inebriated," and also have produced some outstanding music aside. Thoughtful lyrics and powerful instrumentation have formed a brilliant sound capable of anthems and love songs.

Unreleased as of yet in the States, the Guillemots will not have to fight too hard to find airplay here with the edgy pop feel. As the lead singer alludes, they are following in the footsteps of some great music names, The Beatles and Burt Bacharach. ""They never had any doubt about the fact they were pop musicians but they didn't let that stand in the way of them being creative as well. You can do the two. I just think things have got a bit lazy in pop music."

Other jams in this edition of Your Ear Bone are by favorite Aqualung, newcomers Ok Go, and great ricky-rock Matt Mays + El Torpedo.

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