This one is worth your attention
author: TheFanatic
Background:
I believe that before you read a review you should know the interests of the reviewer. Our likes and dislikes will undoubtedly taint the way we perceive the works of others. So before you read my review of Hollywood Mirage, know that I hold the following bands in high esteem: Stan Ridgway, The Stranglers, The Chameleons, The Clash, Interpol, The Strokes, The Damned, Bowie, Iggy, etc.... I think you get the point.
The Review:
Hollywood Mirage is an excellent geographic, situational, and genre journey into the many facets of life in the state-of-mind that is Hollywood. The artist does an excellent job of transitioning the listener from the tinsel town oasis of lore, to the dark underbelly of the city where so many dreams have perished.
Hollywood Mirage skillfully blends expert storytelling, crisp production, and the illusive soul of this famous city to form a rich work of art.
Particular tracks that caught my ear (and are worth a good listen) include: Hollywood Mirage, Under The Table, Legends Lost, Brace For Collision, Taxi Driver, Evergreen, Electronic Religion (these songs best bring you into the mood)
I think you'll find this CD is well worth adding to your collection.
Read more...
Warren Zevon Meets Elvis Costello For Beers and Burgers
author: Low End Al
Singer/Guitarist/Songwriter Christopher Cash has cut loose 15 songs for his debut solo CD ranging from cranking rockers about the perils of being a cabby to quiet ballads about the perils of personal relationships.
Production values are first-rate; he teamed up with Joe Ongie, Orange County, CA musican/artist extraordinaire (and a CD Baby artist as well) and also brought in a group of great players from the OC music scene.
Standout tracks include Flicker of Light, Hollywood Mirage, Taxi Driver, Perilous World and Brace for Collision.
A fun CD for those who appreciate early 80's LA skinny-tie power pop and Zevon-like cynicism and semi-self-deprecation mixed up with a little Beatles jangle and a dash of Stan Ridgeway sardonic wit.
Read more...