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With ON FIRE, the Higher's 2007 debut for the Epitaph label, the Las Vegas-based band adds elements of pop and even contemporary R&B to its earlier emo sound. While some fans might be perplexed, the change suits the group well, allowing it to stand out from the overflowing punk-pop/emo crowd, particularly on "Weapons Wired," a catchy tune that oddly recalls Top 40 mainstay Rob Thomas, and "Insurance?"--a smooth, dance-oriented track.
Audio Remixer: Patrick Stump.
Recording information: The Treefort, Los Angeles, CA.
Editor: Ben Richards.
Photographer: Justin Borucki.
Personnel: Mike Green (guitar, keyboards, percussion, programming); Robert "Reggie" Ragan, Tom Oakes (keyboards).
Audio Mixers: Matt Wallace ; Mike Green .
Spin (p.94) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "The punchy odes to underage misbehavior on the Higher's follow-up to their 2005 debut give thick guitar chug and nasal voices a sleek R&B sheen."
Alternative Press (p.190) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "[A]coustic guitars and handclaps drive 'Histrionics,' and a Patrick Stump remix of 'Pace Yourself' is a full-on techno headtrip." On Fire Review
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A monumental album from the late flamenco vocalist that expanded the range of flamenco beyond its perceived limits by incorporating non-traditional instruments and styles on this set. Among the musicians was an electric bassist, drummer, percussionist, synthesizer player, flautist and zither. Among the influential styles you'll hear are rock, jazz and oriental rhythms. This was an album that would turn out to be a real precedent setter for future world music.
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