Excellent album.  Soul Amp has been a favorite listen for a couple of weeks now.  The lyrics are pretty interesting.  Many of the songs tell a story.  My favorite track is Shove, a funky tune with vintage sounding keys like from the 70s.  I think that song's about conquering addiction... at least that's what I got out of it.  Most of the other songs are good as well.  They are kind of an eclectic mix of genres that's hard to pin down, but there's some classic rock, punkpop, and altcountry in there.  Check it out.  I looking forward to what they put out post-Strip Mall Heaven.
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A very versitile band with alot of different sounds.  From down to earth jam beats to lofty free synth scrambles.  A must hear for anyone sick and tired of the same old theng...
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Emotional songs distinguish Soul Amp debut 
By Bobby Tanzilo OnMilwaukee.com 


It's perhaps human nature to want to categorize things, especially, it seems, music and bands. But, when you come across a group like Waukesha trio Soul Amp, it's hard to be precise.



Certainly, the group -- which has just self-released its debut disc, "Strip Mall Heaven," plays rock and roll. But, when the group names The Pixies and Joy Division alongside AC/DC and Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young as influences, you know you're in for an interesting ride.


Although it could use a bit of sonic spark, "Strip Mall Heaven" will nevertheless impress with its songwriting, which is emotional, direct and unadorned.


Bobby didn't give a "star" rating so I set it to four because that is what I think it rates.

Read the complete article and interview at OnMilwaukee.com
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