Dreamies CD

COMPLETE RIOT combines two 1996 UK Subs albums, QUINTESSENTIALS and RIOT. Unlike their lineup (only their vocalist, the ageless Charlie Harper, has remained a constant presence), the band's punk attack has remained intact since their late-'70s inception, as has their anti-authoritarian stance. Their stripped-down songs are succinct, mostly making their point in under two minutes, lambasting society in what has become the grand punk tradition on songs like "Rebel Radio," "Power Corrupts," and "Media Man." Once considered punk latecomers, the Subs now find themselves in the odd position of being one of the few surviving keepers of the flame. Tracks: 01.Jump On It 02.Your Ego 03.War On The Pentagon Part 1 & 2 04.Quintessentials 05.State Of Alert 06.The Day Of The Dead 07.Ak47 08.Media Man 09.Mouth On A Stick 10.Outside Society 11.Bitter & Twisted 12.Accident Prone 13.Killer Cops 14.1 - Psycho

Having suffered the tragic loss of drummer Dave Karcich to a brain aneurysm out of the blue, this former side project for Mighty Mighty Bosstones founding member Joe Gittleman (also a former member of mid-period Gang Green) has not only admirably decided to press on, but has made this his full-time trio. And compared to their promising 2002 self-titled debut, Chopstick Bridge benefits from both his greater attention and a more group-like collaboration. Maybe new bassist Amy Griffin's voice isn't as resolute as Gittleman's on her occasional lead turns, but her singing combines more effectively with Gittleman's on his. And with heavier new drummer John Lynch taking Karcich's spot, and roaring production from Paul Q. Kolderie (Pixies, Hole, Radiohead), the band more than fulfills the Hüsker Dü and Replacements comparisons of its bio. Though personally, it's older Boston outfits that come to mind, such as Moving Targets (especially), mixed with a little of the Dogmatics, the Outlets, and even the very early Neighborhoods, as well as a little of later Gang -- including some Gittleman leads that betray one of the prime influences on the above Beantowners (and the Bosstones), the first two LPs of Stiff Little Fingers. Meanwhile, Gittleman's voice is like a thicker Evan Dando, another Mass oldie. Too punk for emos, too rock & roll for punks, too big-chops for indie rockers, Chopstick is nevertheless a strong, loud-guitar-crunch bomb of a record that has a lot going for it, even if it could have been edited down a bit from 14 songs into more full-fitting shape. See the truly hot songs like "Gone and Forgotten" and "Fillmore East" if you need a taste. ~ Jack Rabid Feat.Joe Gittleman(Mighty Mighty Bosstones) Avoid One Thing: Joe Gittleman (vocals, bass instrument); Amy Griffin (guitar); John Lynch (drums).

Don't dismiss Paint It Black as a typical wannabe punk band looking to capitalize on the new-millennium wave of angst rock. Their debut album, CVA, is layered with the classic high-speed percussion, throaty vocals, and aggressive presentation found in contemporary punk revivalists; however, Paint It Black don't lose themselves in the process of rebelling against the corporate machine. This 17-song set is ablaze in frontman Dan Yemin's intense state of mind. Vocally, he might come off sounding like everyone else, but he's sharp-witted on a lyrical level. He's quick in style and sound, and behind the harsh demeanor is compassion. Paint It Black are fearless in making such a trait work for them musically, and songs like "Womb Envy" and "The Fine Art of Falling Apart" may sway you to think this is nothing more than a mess. But again, Paint It Black refuse to be ignored. Dropkick Murphys have done it with being charming, but Paint It Black make it known that they're beyond that. CVA is loaded with political debates, lacking in tradition, and those aware of ...

Track Listing of songs: Rain Your Love Down; Edge of Eternity; Taboo to Love; Take the Time Out; I'm New; My Love Is With You; Treat Myself; Tomorrow Robins Will Sing; Sensuous Whisper; For Your Love; Cold Chill; Sorry; Conversation Peace;

As can be expected with a collection that spans the years 1966 to 1971, a time when the stylistic curve changed by the month, Grapes of Wrath is wildly inconsistent. The music is certainly derivative, but the songs are fairly ...

Track Listing of songs: This Worl Desire; Future Automatic; Vision in Long Darkness; Sun; Mountain, The; 13th Tribe; Passing the Sceptre; Driving Electric Magic; Through the Inside; Lie; Void; Circle of the Eclipse;

Recording information: Fort Horton Studios, Austin, TX (2004). Personnel: David Hamburger (vocals, guitar, dobro). Audio Mixer: Billy Horton.

Kenny Klein is a fiddler, guitarist, singer and performer, a veteran of Renaissance Festivals, Pagan festivals, and Folk, Celtic and Country shows. Kenny is well known as a master fiddler, guitarist, singer and songwriter. His songwriting and recording tackle genres ...

Track Listing of songs: I Walk the Line; Oh Lonesome Me *; I Can't Stop Loving You; Detroit City; I Fall to Pieces; Goin' Home; '57 Chevrolet; White Lightning; Shoulder to Cry On, A; Paso City, El; D-I-V-O-R-C-E; Lotta Lovin'; Little Mountain ...