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-
Yo La Tengo
I Am Not Afraid of You and I Will Beat Your Ass
JIM NOIR
Tower of Love
Star Anna
Go To Hell
MATTHEW RYAN VS. THE SILVER STATE
Matthew Ryan Vs. The Silver State
The Dirtbombs
We Have You Surrounded
THE VIRGINS
Strike Gently
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