Denali
The Instinct
Jade Tree (2003)
So many bands have release their first albums to nothing but fanfare only to dissapoint with their sophmore release. I was certain Denali would not fit that mold and release another gem. Unfortunately, they proved me wrong. First things first, this is not a bad record by any means. It's just incredibly average. The record starts off very solid. Opener, "Hold Your Breath," is a great song. Much darker than any of their previous material, Denali proves they can rock out. Well as much as you can imagine a band such as Denali rocking out. The album's second song, "Surface," keeps it rolling with good use of drum machines, Cam noodling some intricate delay filled guitar licks and a drum beat that is incredibly tight. The chorus falls apart in a rather awkward way but the transition out is good. The rest of the first half of the record is rather good and keeps you interested. "Run Through," albeit fairly formulaic, doesn't dissapoint. What baffles me is how much they use drum programming when they have the drummer they do. "The Instinct" holds itself afloat until that "chorus falling apart" bug hits them again. The scond half of the record … Read more
Hawnay Troof
Get Up! Resolution: Love
Retard Disco (2003)
Who is the Hawnay Troof, you may ask? The Hawnay Troof is a hip-hop project in the vein of early … Read more
Circle Takes the Square
As the Roots Undo
Robotic Empire (2004)
Nothing is more excellent than when a fairly unknown semi decent band out of nowhere transitions into a butterfly etched … Read more
Circle Takes the Square
As the Roots Undo
Robotic Empire (2004)
Picture, if you will, a buffet comprised of the most delectable cuisines imaginable, prepared by a skilled staff of gourmet … Read more
The Spotlight Syndicate
Forget the Static Past
Substandard (2003)
So I get this girl up in my room and we start licking each other's tongues, and before you know … Read more
