If the devil sprang forth in the backwoods of Tennessee, upturned a still, and set himself on fire, it might sound something like this. Pushin' Rope’s debut album breaks stereotypes and raises expectations with each song. Who knew an acoustic five-piece could evoke such categories as punk and hillbilly at the same time? A thumping rhythm section provides a driving foundation for not only a tight, crisp, and pumping lead guitar but equally strong violin and banjo parts as well. And when’s the last time you thought either of those instruments could rock out? Well, here’s your answer. Throw in some "O Brother Where Art Thou"-stlyed vocals that range from plaintive to threatening, and you’ve got a sound that isn’t matched anywhere. The tracks consistently grab your attention while pulling you along for a helluva fun ride without ever becoming hackneyed or self-indulgent. Personal favorites include Up All Night, Little Vicky, Reign In Hell, and Evil Little Woman. If I had to sum up the experience in one term, I’d have to borrow it from my grandfather: honky-tonkin’! And honky-tonkin’ at its finest when you go see 'em live! If you can’t smell the moonshine, you ain’t playing it loud enough!

THIS BAND IS THE SHIT! IF YOU DONT GET A CHANCE TO SEE THIS BAND LIVE, THAN YOUVE NEVER LIVED! SORRY FOR YOU! THIS BAND INSPIRES FREEDOM, LIFE, AND THE REALIZATION OF THE FACT THAT YOU CAN DO AND SAY WHATEVER THE FUCK YOU WANT! "IN AN INTIMATE SETTING" THEY ARE EVERYWHERE AND EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kick-ass band..see them live if you can, crazy good times!!!! get this cd for a whiskey drunk good time!!!!