Published: August 06, 2007 5:38 PM EST
By: Isaac Joseph Davis Junior (Juniorscave.com)
Music Review: Blind Pew
Powerpop / Classic Rock / Alternative.
Blind Pew, no, not the character from the novel,
Treasure Island (1882), is a Scottish band formed in 2003. One of the
most remarkable aspects of the band is that all four of the members of
the group met in High School and have been playing together ever since.
The band consists of Andy McGregor (lead vocals/keyboard), Paul
McGranaghan (guitar/vocals), Stu McIntosh (bass/vocals) and Del Lamont
(drums).
The band has stated that their influences include The Stones,
The Beatles, The Who, Bob Dylan, and one of my favorite groups of all
time, The Police. What I am really digging about Blind Pew is that they
have created a great sound that truly reflects the band’s own
originality with strong presences of The Stones, Supergrass, Talking
Heads, David Bowie, and even The Beatles.
I listen to several tracks finding myself repeating ever chance I got.
What I especially like was their new single, Hungry Young Fighter. Talk
about a fun track. I really like how the band blends several different
styles of their influences to make a unique sound with their tracks
especially this one. I really wanted to get up and start moving my head
from side to side. The vocals/keyboard, bass, guitar, and drums all
came together when one listens to the various tracks from Blind Pew. I
am giving this group a big thumb up and a solid A- for their overall
music and their style. If you don’t believe me, check them out for
yourself.
Here is a link to their website and MySpace account:
Published: August 06, 2007 7:45 PM EST
By: Isaac Joseph Davis Junior (Juniorscave.com)
Music Review: Random Allies
Random Allies.
Random Allies is a rock group based in Toronto,
Canada. The band consists of two members, chief songwriters, Walter
Lasky and Ted Bonis. The band has quite an interesting past including
playing clubs, university campuses, music festivals and TV appearances.
Some of the Random Allies’ influences include AeroSmith, Bon Jovi, ZZ
Top, and GreenDay to name a few.
So with influences like those, what kind of sound does Random Allies
have? What they don’t have is a conventional sound. It is a mix between
classic rock, alternative and spices of pop. In fact, with the release
of their new CD, Thunder Run, the band really shows us their musical
talents with a mixture of hard rocking tunes and a couple of ballads to
display their softer side. All in all, Thunder Run is a fun album and
one that deserves a listen. The CD contains 12 tracks and I think that
each one holds its own weight. I really enjoyed the listening to the CD
and I think you will too. I give this CD a solid B.
Published: August 06, 2007 9:33 PM EST
By: Isaac Joseph Davis Junior (Juniorscave.com)
Music Review: Salazar
Sounds Like: Guitars played over drums that have bass underneath and piano lilting in between with voices soaring above.
This next review that I am doing is on the music
group/band, Salazar. The band certainly has craved a nice sound for
them. In fact, one of the band’s appeal is that I belive they have
perfected a nice blend of rock, alternative, and Indie flair to their
music. One of the coolest aspects of the band is their vocals/lyrics.
The fact is Salazar has something to say. It is not just words put
together to make sentences with no real reason and rhyme. When I am
listening to their music, I really want to hear more. That is good to
hear.
In fact, two of the band’s song’s “Shake It Off” and “Mountain Song”
have a more ballard feel to them without being too sappy. It is two of
my favorite pieces from their CD, CINEMATOCRACY. The band, whose
influences include Radiohead, David Bowie, and The Beatles, consists of
Drums & Vocals - John Federico, Bass & Vocals - Jesse Greendyk,
Guitar & Vocals - Ryan Cooney, Vocals & Guitar - Nate Gowtham,
and Piano & Keys - Michael Kester.
When I tell you that when you are listening to Salazar’s
Cinematocracy CD, you are treated to a variety of styles that really
highlights the band’s diverse range. Don’t believe me; pick up their
album yourself to see what I am ranting about. I give their CD a Solid
A-.
