2007-09-24
Hailing from Tennessee, the state’s country influence is definitely heard the self-title debut album from Giant Bear. The lead singer’s attempts to emulate Bruce Springsteen are capable if not always engaging. The music itself is pleasing though out, with slide guitarist Luther Dickinson from the North Mississippi Allstars and saxophone player Scott Gerardy of Dirtfoot featuring on a selection of tracks. The cellist, the only female in the 5 piece band, brings the most to the table. The cello adds an excellent layered quality to the album and her vocals shine through on any track. The best selections are #6 Trent Reznor’s “Head Like a Hole”, #9 “Devil on the Wall”, and #12 “Ida No!”. Ben Cook, WYCE InternFOSTER THE PEOPLE
Torches
JOHN MAYER
– Where the Light Is, Live in LA
Built To Spill
You In Reverse
THE NAYSAYERS
Come Into Focus
JOSEPH ARTHUR AND THE LONELY ASTRONAUTS
Temporary People
Handsome Ghost
The Brilliant Glow
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