Review / 200 Words Or Less
Stiletto Assassins
Self Titled

Independent (2011) Aaron H

Stiletto Assassins – Self Titled cover artwork
Stiletto Assassins – Self Titled — Independent, 2011

I don't really know where to begin with this EP. Its groovy rock sensibilities throw back to 70's glam rock, but without the theatrics and clever satire. I don't think I get it. Part of me thinks it's intentionally a joke, while the other half of me believes it's to be taken seriously. I'm inclined to lean towards the former due to song titles such as, "Tigerblood" and "Samurai." Let me just say though that writing songs about Charlie Sheen is just as bad as having to listen to him.

It's clear I'm not the intended audience for this, and that's fine. Whoever it is intended for though, perhaps tighter music playing would be beneficial. The drums are sloppy and the vocals were cringe-worthy. The only track I found bearable was the upbeat, "Virgin Dynamite." It's the only song that sounds like they actually spent time working on it. More tracks like this could make the band a bit more entertaining and work in their favor. However, I wouldn't expect them to hit the same status as Steel Panther anytime soon.

2.5 / 10Aaron H • September 24, 2012

Stiletto Assassins – Self Titled cover artwork
Stiletto Assassins – Self Titled — Independent, 2011

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