Last year when we stumbled upon 7K and had a chance to talk with Jeff Garvin front man for the band, we knew they were a band that had longevity. Only a year’s gone by and they’re back for more with their sophomore release, which includes a bonus DVD. “Knick Knacks and Apparel” conjures up perfection and class of a great Indie act named REM.

Melodic power chords, riveting hypnotic vocals with precision by Garvin gives birth to the next generation in the history of 7K. I am a headbanger by heart but also get mellow at times and I latched onto the likes of Cat Stevens so there is nothing I would not give a chance. 7K falls in the genre of high profile alternative without the screams of most alternative bands. The guitar by David Neil Black is Santana-like but also has the drive to take it home. “Make It Up” will be in regular radio rotation if it’s not already, the song pulls no punches as it delivers highs and lows, but the charisma in Garvin’s voice draws your attention and makes you an instant fan.

Disc II: The DVD was recorded at Hogue Barmichael’s Orange County Newport Beach, California 2006
Songs include
Master of Fate
Who Dies First
The Wrong Girl
Remember me
Make It Up
Dispense with the Pleasantries
Ministry of Pretense

Watching the DVD I can’t but help seeing that Garvin has the crowd in his hold. The musicianship is excellent yet Garvin still holds the key for success of 7K. The stage is quite small so there’s not a lot of mobility but 7K make the best of it and Rivera starts feeling it during “Make It Up” as he rocks the stage with his body motions and pounding bass lines. The band leaves the stage after a thirty-minute set, coming back for one encore “Ministry of Pretense” which seemed to be the most powerful song of the night.

Band Lineup: Jeff Garvin - lead vocals, rhythm guitar David Neil Black - lead guitar, backing vocals Carlos Rivera, Jr. - bass guitar, backing vocals Corey Manske - drums	Track Listing: Make it up Suburban Desperado Stark Raving Calm Remember Me Dispense with the Pleasantries Make it up (radio edit)