Types of Wood

Whirlwind Heat is a band whose story you should already know. They are not the new Gang of Four or New Order. They are three kids from Grand Rapids, Michigan who happened to catch the eye of Jack White four years ago. But there's no point in repeating all this. What you need to know about Whirlwind Heat is all included in their latest album, Types of Wood. Inspired by the crisp drum sounds on Cake's Fashion Nugget, the Heat drove cross-country to Paradise Studio in Sacramento to work with Kirt Shearer and Craig Long. Soon after, the band signed to Leo Silverman’s Brille Records. The result is Whirlwind Heat’s most dynamic release yet. From the agit-fluidity of the funky "Uptight" to the undeniable ensnare of "Reagan", Types of Wood is the only record you will ever hear where a song about donating sperm ("Genepool Style") doesn't seem so out of place. - Musicremedy