With the exception of the lead singer, Transplants is composed of ex-members of Rancid and Blink 182. The band's sophomore release HAUNTED CITIES straddles the line between punk, rock-rap, and alternative pop. The latter is best epitomized by "Gangsters and Thugs," a tune that sounds like it could have appeared among outtakes from Beck's ODELAY.
However, this album points mostly in the direction of a punk revival, only with crunchier guitars, heavier vocal rants, and chunkier drum beats. For example, "American Guns" mixes Shane MacGowan-style vocals with messy guitars and a driving bass pattern. But just when you think you've pigeon-holed the group, Transplants switches gears again. On "Hit The Fence" the band combines Beastie Boys-influenced rap with a menacing piano motif. The last track on the album, "Crash and Burn," even uses Afro-Cuban piano riffs. Featuring guest vocal performances by hip-hop stars Sen Dog and B. Real (from Cypress Hill), this release is sure to remain a favorite with those who love to hear genres combined freely and without apology.
Audio Mixer: Neil Pogue.
Transplants: Tim Armstrong (bass guitar); Travis Barker, Rob "SR" Aston.
Personnel: Tim Armstrong (vocals, guitar, keyboards, synthesizer); Gawtti, Paul "Ganxta Ridd" Devoux, Godfather, Rob "SR" Aston, Baby Down (vocals); Dave Carlock (guitar, organ, keyboards, synthesizer, Theremin, background vocals); Gemi Taylor (guitar); Jennifer Tefft (flute); Dave Holden (saxophone); Rich Graiko (trumpet); Victor Ruggiero (Farfisa, Wurlitzer organ); Travis Barker (drums, percussion, loops); Scott Abels, Brett Reed (percussion); Carlos Paucar (programming); Nicky C. (drum programming); Billy Jam (sound effects); DJ Die (scratches); Richard Stites (background vocals).
Additional personnel: Ganxsta Ridd (vocals); Dave Carlock, Matt Freeman (bass guitar); Godfather, Rakaa, Sen Dog, B Real, Victor Ruggiero, Scott Abels, Baby Down.
CMJ (No. 920, p.5) - "Punk and hip-hop have a lot in common, and few bands have bridged this gap so effortlessly."
great album i loved their 1st album, but Haunted Cities KILLS the first one. those who dont like the hip hop aspect of it should listener to it with a more open mind. Rob Aston is a wicked rapper and he shows that on this album more than on the first. i put this album in my top 5 with albums like pink floyds dark side of the moon, mars voltas deloused, blink 182 untitled and the chili peppers californication. solid album i think. Submitted by art (toronto) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
haunted cities the main reason why i like transplsnts is beacause im a massive travis barker fan!.
any way i heard the album, and i do agree with you, the first one is much better. i dont mind the second one. but its too hip hop compared the the first one. Submitted by nessa (sydney australia) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
NOT AS GOOD AS THE FIRST This cd is pretty good but the first one was more punk and raw but overall i would recomend this. Submitted by Jhonny Appleseed (Somewhere, In, Usa) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Great Screwed & Chopped CD Paul Wall did a great job on this CD. Screwed & Chopped Rock Music is a great idea. If you like Screwed & Chopped then get this CD. Submitted by Jesse (Natchitoches, LA, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo This review is for a different format.
transplants haunted cities i have'nt even heard the whole cd yet,i've heard gansters & thugs,i think this cd is going to have some bangin beats that will make people wanna get up get out,party. Submitted by hellraizersince1977 (lowville, ny, usa) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo This review is for a different format.
great album
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