The Electric Farm: Press

LV. band's song featured on CBS show (Morning Call article)

Things People Say
"A brillant combination of solid musicianship, delightful wit, and impressive artistry."

"A pop gem."

"Mutis achieves that tricky balance between catchy tunes and meaningful lyrics."

"Some of the freshest, most unique music you'll ever hear."

"The band never sells itself short on originality or fine, well-thought-out musicianship."

"Smart, stalwart pop numbers that bloom and breathe with each subsequent listen."

Now you may find yourself asking "I wonder who said that?"...to which I'd reply "is that really as important as WHAT they said about us?" All quotes are unsolicited and independent comments from actual published reviews of The Electric Farm albums and live performances.

"The power of your songs is a major factor in the movie's ability to pack an emotional punch."
          Independent Filmmaker Doug Beck (Spearfish)

"Joey Mutis III has been an exceptional songwriting talent in the Lehigh Valley and beyond since The Electric Farm began in 1991. Over the years the band's sound has been eclectic, ranging from poignant singer-songwriter ballads to spiraling jazz-based tunes that wend their way through the listener's psyche.

All this and more is found on the Farm's latest disc, "The Electric Farm." It starts enigmatically with "Rainfall," a pensive, atmospheric song with delicate string arrangements that add to the feel of a dark, stormy evening. Mutis' gift for evoking feelings and moods is showcased on the charming, whimsical ballad "Dew on the Gazing Ball," while on the straight-ahead rocker "Unspoken Love" he spotlights his skill as a guitar soloist. Bassist Nick Franclick and drummer Todd Scheid bring the latter tune, which the band has performed live for years, to a rousing climax.

The final track, "Fallen Star," about a has-been actress and the mistakes people make, is a buoyant ballad that brings in a measure of levity. It's an optimistic finish to an excellent disc that traverses many levels of emotion."
          Rosemary Pratka, The Morning Call (September 24, 2005)