Inovative on all levels
author: G. of WUVT FM 90.7
the world blanket is the perfect blend of creativity, lyricism, and charisma. The talent cannot be denied, not even by those who do not claim alternative rock as their favorite genre. And I should know; I'm a hip-hop DJ! I play their stuff all the time on my show and haven't heard any complaints yet even from the most hardcore of hip-hop fan. In fact, to the contrary, they often call up and thank me for putting them on to some hot music that they would not have come across otherwise.
Buy this album NOW!!! And if you see anyone with a bootleg, slap them!!! (just kidding ... but not really;^)
Read more...
America's most original album of 2006
author: William
In a year that has stood out for its deplorable lack of musical originality it is a joy to listen to a debut album that has thrown off the coil of that has come before it. aMaybe is a devastatingly creative effort that reeks of musical skill and ingenuity. Mike Pomoranz's (sp?) lyrics flow in a manner more akin to Shakespeare than his contemporaries, the music has been beautifully composed with the use of instruments many bands today could neither picture nor pronounce. Accompanied with the excellent production this stands out to me as one of the great debut albums of, not just this but, any year. Congratulations and thank you to all involved.
Read more...
unique and interesting, yet it still rocks pretty good
author: Billy Jack
I'm really impressed with the production of this album. The arrangements are rich and interesting, well-mixed, not too dense. The violin drives the band: the riffs are powerful. The rhythm section is solid, with some cool drum fills and meandering bass lines. I like the horns and various other instruments and sounds, and I can understand the lyrics. I also like the transitions: it is an ALBUM, not just a collection of songs.
I have to say, I was blown away by the vocals. I kept thinking they sound like a young Prince, and from me, there is no higher compliment.
The overall sound is different from anything I've ever heard. I don't know what to compare it to. It's really unique and interesting, yet it still rocks pretty good.
Good work.
Read more...
Gritty yet Smooth
author: Amy
The psuedo whiny yet gritty vocals of lead singer Mike Pomranz, in combination with the with the irish influenced violin, come together to create an album which you can listen to while driving with your windows down or during a deep smoke-filled conversation.
Read more...