When these 5 songs arrived at RR towers it was inevitable I would be casting my critical “ear” over it.
An offshoot of the increasingly popular Dirt Box Disco and featuring 3 current band members this is quite simply more of the same. “Sellotape” opens this 5 song collection with the now trademark DBD intro. Lyrically simple; delivered with an audible vocal, this song has a “buzzsaw” guitar style. It’s complimented by some power drumming (courtesy of Mr. Fazzo) and is just what one should expect on this, the opener.
It is DBD in all but name which might comes across as harsh, but one can’t help but notice the similarities. “The Devil Spits You Out” stays with the buzzsaw guitars over a powerful drum section. There’s more DBD “stylee” lyrical content and vocal delivery on offer too. “I don’t care what you think about Me” in the chorus, is a lyric straight out of the DBD songbook, and doesn’t disappoint. “She’s The Girl” boasts a simple “Na na na na na” intro over some power hitting. It’s a fast-paced Punky little number with Maff’s drums being the overriding feature, complimenting some classic guitar lines. This should be the main (or 1st) track here, but that’s purely down to opinion. “Crossfire” is borderline Rock in its intro, but returns to the power of the previous track. Heavy guitars, some fierce drumming and an unforgettable singalong chorus make this a standout track here. “Superior Brain Damage”, once it kicks in has a ferocious start. It’s more of the same with the power drums, big guitars, heavy bass and clearly delivered vocal.
This collection won’t kick down any walls but is a nice distraction for DBD fans old and new while we await album number 3.
Band members
Spunk
Ste
Chris
Maff
Track Listing
Sellotape
The Devil Spits You Out
She’s The Girl
Crossfire
Superior Brain Damage
Band Links
http://www.facebook.com/svate
http://www.stprecords.co.uk
Review by Ross A. Ferrone
