With THE FLASHSCUBES' new hit album POP MASTERS finally in release, Big Stir Records is proud to continue the spirit of the band's collaborative covers project in a new format as THE HALF-CUBES Double Down! The band's TOMMY ALLEN (drums) and GARY FRENAY (vocals, bass) have already ventured forth with hits of their own as THE HALF-CUBES, covering The Pernice Brothers and The Hudson Brothers to great acclaim, and now they begin to deliver new sides two at a time with the first of many Double-Sided Digital Singles. “She's So Young,” a new version of THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS's 1988 classic featuring a guest shot from the band's frontman MOE BERG, is backed with a fresh rendition of “Lie To Me” by DIRTY LOOKS. Both tracks debut on all Digital Platforms on Friday, August 25 and are up for pre-order/pre-save at https://orcd.co/thehalfcubesdoubledown now.
TOMMY ALLEN (who's not just the drummer for both 'CUBES but their ace in-house producer as well) tells us about the inspiration behind tackling “She's So Young”: “To me, original version by The Pursuit Of Happiness is one of the best singles of the 1980s. It pops right outta the gate with what is to me one of Todd Rundgren's best productions. It was a tall order to attempt it, but having the band's Moe Berg (who also wrote the song) join us makes our effort worthy! This version has Randy Klawon, formerly of The Choir and Cyrus Erie, and LA's much-in-demand all-around instrumental genius Fernando Perdomo on guitars. And Maura Kennedy joins in on background vocals as well!”
About “Lie To Me,” the B-side of what's essentially a Double A-Side release, Tommy says, “Dirty Looks from Staten Island were the only American band signed to Stiff Records, and that almost says it all. This song is a highlight from their first LP, and we were compelled to cover it! On this cut, The Half-Cubes are me, Gary, Randy and Fern once again!”
There's true power pop momentum in the world of THE HALF-CUBES, as inspiration and perspiration have them turning out loving tributes so quickly that they can only be unleashed two at a time. And that's a very good thing for fans of hooks and harmony – and pop history -- worldwide. “She's So Young” and “Lie To Me” are where THE HALF-CUBES pick up the pace. There's already much more to look forward to, and fans everywhere are sure to be all-in as THE HALF-CUBES Double Down.