Herohill – April 2009
“Their new LP, Speak Of Trouble, is a huge jump in sound for the band and shows a maturity that only comes from hours on stage and in the jam space… A lot of Canadian bands have exploded onto the scene and made some waves with catchy hits lately, but Great Bloomers seems to be setting up to make a career out this, instead of just writing some killer tracks that fade in this digital age.”
Rock Sellout – May 2008
“They remind me of so many bands I thoroughly enjoy, yet it’s hard to summarize their sound. Take into consideration that three of the members formed a tight bond based upon their love for the essential works from The Band, Fleetwood Mac, and Bruce Springsteen and you’ll start to get a clearer picture.”
Pasta Primavera – May 2008
So you’re down south in some dusty Texas saloon drinking your worries away. A screeching sound blazes out from the corner of the dank bar. There’s Sonic Youth decked out in full country garb (with ten gallon hats and all). They go on to play countrified versions of their normal crazy set. That’s the type of sound that comes across when I listen to the Great Bloomers new EP. They have a country/folk inspired sense of indie rock, but their audio tendencies lack the structure that usually pairs with that genre. The Great Bloomers slide on the edge of experimental often associated with bands like Sonic Youth or Grizzly Bear. So the end result is a free flowing country sound that is unlike anything I’ve really heard in a long time.
The Singing Lamb – March 2009
“Great Bloomers left quite a fantastic impression on me with their catchy, roots-pop rock tunes. These guys know how to put on a solid set and their blend of genres is a breath of fresh air to the music scene… I also suggest you peruse their MySpace now and listen to “The Young Ones Slept” – a fun and catchy tune that exemplifies the band’s unique rock sound and makes me more and more excited for the new record every time I listen to it!”
PopMatters – May 2008
“Toronto’s The Great Bloomers seamlessly blend their music’s influences together in true roots fashion. Without feeling disconnected, these songs shift from pop and country to dirty and progressive. The Great Bloomers manage to create something whole and lasting.”
SoundProof Magazine – February 2008
“With all of the bands trying to make it in Toronto, there are few that stand out amongst the billow of artists that the city accommodates. I heard Great Bloomers for the first time just as their debut EP was rolling out. In a city overcast with the smog of bands too often recognized for a creditable image, hearing Great Bloomers for the first time was like a breath of fresh air. Rooted in their prowess is a profound respect for music, and the saccharine love of being in a band.”
I (heart) music – October 2007
“Without any hyperbole or overexaggeration, I can honestly say this band is one of the most exciting new bands I’ve heard in awhile. I’ve had their self-titled debut EP since just before I left for Pop Montreal, and it’s been blowing my mind on a near-daily basis since then… Chalk it up to amazingly tight musicianship, or instantly memorable melodies, or gorgeous harmonies, or whatever else you want — Great Bloomers really are great, and if they can follow this up with an equally amazing full-length, they’re going to be huge.”
