The Cringe / Jamie McLean April 15, 2010

Driven by the gutsy lead vocals and savvy songwriting of John Cusimano, the Cringe has been bringing their blend of politicized power pop and big-belt-buckle blare to fans across the country since 2004.

The New York City band—whose members include lead guitarist James Rotondi (ex-Air, Mr. Bungle), bassist Jonny Matias (ex-Crash Moderns), and drummer Shawn Pelton (Saturday Night Live Band, Bruce Springsteen)—have been lauded both for their incendiary performances and top-flight musicianship.

Jaime McLean is an astounding songwriter, vocalist, and player in that place where Southern and streetwise rock, roadhouse blues, downtown r&b, and swampy soul music find communion, and his new album Completely will catch you by surprise.