I first heard The Kooks on satellite radio about a year ago maybe a little less. Naive is a really catchy tune, which I enjoyed right off the bat.
I bought the bands first and only CD INSIDE IN INSIDE OUT. 
I also found I liked 3 more fresh out of the wrapper (She Moves in Her Own Way, I Want You Back, Jackie Big Tits) and a few more that grew on me over a short period of time. (Seaside, Got No Love, Ohh La, Eddies Gun) To me they have this Police, Kinks, Beatles, Oasis, and Reggae sound.
I would say liking this many songs from a new band and a first CD is a pretty good percentage.
I heard that the band was doing well in Europe and have done some pretty good-sized festival shows. This was only the second show The Kooks have played in Toronto. Luke Pritchard, the lead singer made a comment about this fact during the show. He said, ” this only our second show here and it seems pretty weird” and something about everyone seeming to be nice. I am pretty certain it was sold out and I didn’t see to many tickets on the street.
Anyway, the guy does have a really great stage presence. Out there in his loose fitting billowing white shirt Luke keeps the banter light and just at the right pace to keep everyone interested and laughing. He truly is a natural performer who (more…)
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