The Wax Fingers drop us a line from the studio: "Sticky Bees" (mp3)

A Portland band that wants to wrap you in water

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The Wax Fingers

Thanks to The Wax Fingers and their new song, "Sticky Bees," I now know what it would sound like 20,000 leagues under the sea. And leading this soft charge into the song aquatic is their guitarist, Zack Jacobson, who has seemingly mastered both the "ripple effect" and what I'm going to dub the photon guitar saber. His notes ping back and forth rapidly, unlocking echoes that cement the song's tranquil tendencies and recall just a bit of Animal Collective-like leanings. It's a strong way to say hello and I, for one, am interested to hear what they put out on their upcoming debut. Check it out.

Words by Colin McLaughlin

Published on melophobe February 20, 2010.

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