Absentees

High energy rock ‘n' roll, with a heaping helping of punk is the order of the day for this affably spirited Detroit-based trio. Their sound is tempered by youthful exuberance and an appropriately modern edge. Absentees are a fairly stripped-down approach that is anchored by Quillen’s brash and powerhouse tempos and beats. The unique framework of Dunn and Gawne is such in that they are each adept at stepping into lead and supportive roles. Dunn frets guitar, with a self-assured hand that blends thick power chords and single note lines into a seamless barrage of sound. Switching over to bass his technique is pretty solid and is locked down. The same can be said for Gawne on both fronts. Collectively, their vocals are evenly matched and explode, with raw emotion and a burst of attitude. - Eric Harabadian Music Connection Magazine