2008-08-11
This is the debut album from Charlotte, NC native, Benji Hughes. It's loaded with songs that are sometimes funny, sometimes poignant, and most always interesting. While Benji had help from studio musicians here and there, he performed most of it himself, with the help of producer and co-writer Keefus Ciancia. This is electronic rock that at times reminds me of Beck. Benji writes about everyday things and his sense of humor really shines on such tracks as "Tight Tee Shirt", "You Stood Me Up", and "The Mummy". Reviewed by Rebecca Ruth.
MOGWAI
Earth Division EP
SONDRE LERCHE and the FACES DOWN
Phantom Punch
THE BURNING OF ROME
(Selections from the forthcoming album) With Us
WILLIE NILE
HOUSE OF A THOUSAND GUITARS
JAMES VINCENT MCMORROW
Early in the Morning
Death From Above 1979
Live at Third Man Records
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