2007-09-10
Grubstake is a dirty, dirty band. And I mean that as a compliment. Combining the best sounds of the Black Keys, the White Stripes, and T Rex, they write pared down songs that resonate in your very gut. This is a best of (bestest of) CD on which every song but one (Neil Young's "Albuquerque") is an original. No horns, no strings, no keyboard, just gritty guitars, drums, and vox. Standout tracks are #1, #2, and #4. We no can play #3 or #12 as they contain words not meant for the delicate listener. Have a good time with this disc, I think it's what Patrick McHugh and co. intend for you to do. -Carol-
EFTERKLANG
Piramida
Various Artists
Sigmatropic: 16 Haiku & Other Stories
SHANNON WHITWORTH & BARRETT SMITH
Bring It On Home
The Plurals
An Onion Tied To My Belt
MATES OF STATE
Re-Arrange Us
GRIMES
Visions
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