www.myspace.com/thekingandthedog
Views 4275
Plays 2216
Friends 1756
I like the graphic at the top of the page...orange peel meets computer lettering.
There are only 2 songs up and it shows as "under construction." This music reminds me strongly of the late 80's accessible metal that dominated radio/MTV at the time. Some of their listed influences: Thin Lizzy, Blue Oyster Cult, Savatage, etc. definitely come through. The music is well recorded - actually a bit too tight and polished for my tastes. Overall the vocals are decent if a little whiny/nasally once in a while on the harmonies. There are some cool rhythmic changes in "Every Stone". If it were me, I'd edit that song down as it gets a bit long winded for the type of music it is...it clocks at 6:40...
If you're really into late 80's commercial metal you might want to give this a listen. If not, there's probably not a lot here that is going to get you excited.
Rating 5/10
Friday, November 7, 2008
Steve - "I'm Bummed" Metal
www.myspace.com/stevesdomain
Steve - "Happiness is, a warm gun :)"
Views - 654
Plays - 655
Friends - ?
On the plus side I really like phaser/flanger...
This is obviously bedroom produced depression metal/rock. Nothing really jumps out, it's essentially non-descript. I do like the little bass tag on "Like a Dog". The only time the music seems to come alive is in the guitar solo(s). Otherwise it is pretty flat. Also, if you're going to sing...sing loud and like you mean it. A lot of the vocals sound like they're really being sung too quietly and then effects are being relied on heavily to "enhance" them.
The intro section of "Nothing Matters" holds promise, but then leans back on the the flat uninteresting riffs and quietly strained vocals that plague these recordings.
Sections of this remind me of a band I think was called "The Obsessed" from the early 90's but his vocals were definitely more whiskey cracked.
Overall not something I could recommend, but I think continued work on song writing and vocal strength could lead Steve to something even happier than a warm gun.
Rating - 3/10
Steve - "Happiness is, a warm gun :)"
Views - 654
Plays - 655
Friends - ?
On the plus side I really like phaser/flanger...
This is obviously bedroom produced depression metal/rock. Nothing really jumps out, it's essentially non-descript. I do like the little bass tag on "Like a Dog". The only time the music seems to come alive is in the guitar solo(s). Otherwise it is pretty flat. Also, if you're going to sing...sing loud and like you mean it. A lot of the vocals sound like they're really being sung too quietly and then effects are being relied on heavily to "enhance" them.
The intro section of "Nothing Matters" holds promise, but then leans back on the the flat uninteresting riffs and quietly strained vocals that plague these recordings.
Sections of this remind me of a band I think was called "The Obsessed" from the early 90's but his vocals were definitely more whiskey cracked.
Overall not something I could recommend, but I think continued work on song writing and vocal strength could lead Steve to something even happier than a warm gun.
Rating - 3/10
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Welcome!
I was looking for an easy way to find reviews of bands on myspace...unfortunately I couldn't find a location with reviewers that reflected my tastes...so this blog was born. What are my tastes you might be asking yourself...read on and find out.
I will be randomly selecting bands at this point. I agree to listen to at least 3 full songs (unless there are fewer than that posted) before writing a review. If you would like your page reviewed drop me an email. I will attempt to be honest, fair and truthful.
Thanks,
Chris
I will be randomly selecting bands at this point. I agree to listen to at least 3 full songs (unless there are fewer than that posted) before writing a review. If you would like your page reviewed drop me an email. I will attempt to be honest, fair and truthful.
Thanks,
Chris
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