Mon Julien Album Release at Granada Theater

Dubbed the "DFW super group" by Alex Barba at Granada Theater, Mon Julien will soon release their self-titled debut LP in January. Former Black Tie Dynasty members Cory Watson and Brian McCorquodale joined forces with album guests Blake McWhorter (bassist, ex-Black Tie Dynasty), mixed by Mckenzie Smith (Midlake) and produced by Mark Pirro (Tripping Daisy, the Polyphonic Spree).

Although a new band, it is hard to separate Cory Watson's distinguishable voice from his former New Wave band. It isn't a bad thing for folks that enjoyed Black Tie Dynasty, but those looking for something different aren't going to find it here. The eleven track album includes "Armchairs" and "Roll the Dice," a pair of mid-tempo easy listening rock ballads.

Mon Julien will release their album at the Granada Theater along with Fort Worth's Burning Hotels, Dallas quintet Air Review, and Menkena as part of a show presented by The Local Edge on January 14.

Listen: Mon Julien - Darkest Hour (hat tip)

-Laura Sliva