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Dragon Inn 3 – “See It Your Way (feat. The Salvation Choir)”

April 28, 2023

“See it Your Way” is the second single from Dragon Inn 3 released ahead of their upcoming second album, Trade Secrets, out April 28th by way of American Laundromat Records. I’ve written previously about this band and their first single “I Can’t Stop,” and the band’s connection to indie-pop darlings Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin (Phil Dickey was in SSLYBY and now leads Dragon Inn 3) surely shines through while letting their synth-soaked direction breathe in its own right. With that preamble out of the way, let’s focus on the track! “See It Your Way” leads with a bit more guitar than their previous single, but soon gives way to the strong midi tones that have become the hallmark of their sound. Their jaunty, upbeat rhythms and sun-soaked vibes will lift your mood, no matter what kind of day you’re having. This all gives way to back-and-forth lyrics between[...]

Dragon Inn 3 – “I Can’t Stop”

March 16, 2023

Dragon Inn 3 is the current project of Kansas City resident and indie royalty Philip Dickey (of Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin fame). Along with his sister Sharon Bowie, his wife Grace Bentley, and David Hill they’ve created the delightful synthpop jam “I Can’t Stop.” While there are seemingly no dragons, Dragon Inn 3 will certainly be a wonderful host to your ear buds if you’re familiar with such acts as Eurythmics and early, less depressing, Depeche Mode (seriously, check out 1985’s Catching Up with Depeche Mode and tell me I’m wrong). Dragon Inn 3 brings back the fun and whimsy of the 80s with the production and sleek songwriting skills of modern day indie rock (and gives SSLYBY fans a tasty slice of new content), reminding you that it’s okay to dance to rock ‘n roll. Be sure to check out Dragon Inn 3’s sophomore album Trade Secrets, out April[...]