Two Hours Traffic @ NXNE 2007

Background/Composition: Partly discovered by their producer Joel Plaskett, Two Hours Traffic got their start in a chemistry class at the University Of PEI. They're smart enough to know the difference between Florence and Erlenmeyer flasks, but will they pass their exams at the School Of Rock?

Grade: 88

Comment: Even at 2 a.m. the Horseshoe was busy for the little island's biggest new sensation.

Achievement of Rock 'n' Roll Expectations
80-100: Exceeds skill and knowledge expectations, i.e. rocked us so hard we peed our pants.
70-79: Achieves required skills and knowledge. Meets rock 'n' roll standard.
60-69: Demonstrates some skills. Approaches rock 'n' roll standard.
50-59: Demonstrates some required skills and knowledge in a limited way.
00-50: Has not demonstrated required skills or knowledge.

Learning Skills: E=Excellent, G=Good, S=Satisfactory, N=Sad Really

Oral And Visual Communication
Eye Contact: G
Pronounciation: E
Stage Presence: E
Stage Banter: G
Image: G
Appearance: G
Use Of Stage: G

Strengths/Weaknesses/NextStep: The Two Hours Traffic stage show has a carefree attitude about it that borders on cockiness. These youngsters seemed more than a little sure of themselves, but when you've got the tunes to back up the attitude, you're allowed a little blithe indifference.

Musical Analysis
Level Of Participation: G
Problem Solving: G 
Teamwork: E
Work Habits: E
Organization: G
Audience Participation: G
Sound: E
Composition: E
Songs: E

Strengths/Weaknesses/NextStep: Two Hours Traffic's pop was summery fun and it energized an increasingly sleepy crowd. They produce the kind of music that you'd expect to hear on mainstream radio, but only because of its insanely catchy hooks. Their sound had a distinct Maritime feel.

Other Skills And Areas Of Interest
Charisma: G
Problem Solving: G
Teamwork: G
Sexiness: G
Haircut: G
Indie Rock Footwear: G
Nods To Disposible Fashion: G
Cool Equipment: G
Level Of Inebriation: G
Actual Ability: E

Strengths/Weaknesses/NextStep: If they're making music like this in their early '20s, we can undoubtedly expect big things from them in the future.