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REVIEW October 05 from StarvingPerformers.com (online) Glister: Be There Soon Glister is based in the Blue Mountains, near Sydney. The band plays a range of guitar-based music, from gently layered intricate songs through to catchy up-beat melodic rock, all immersed in Samantha’s sparkling vocals. The band have been compared to killing Heidi, Magic Dirt, Le Tigre, Tatu and Juliana Hatfield. I disagree with the Killing Heidi remark and I did get the chance to express my views on that particular band at a house party in St Kilda earlier this year. In my defense had I known that I was talking to the base player (could have been Ella with blonde hair, or a cactus……guys I was sooo fucken wasted) I would have probably been a little less eager to express my thoughts. Glister ROCKS I have seen these guys perform a fair few times and have been kicking myself in the head for not being there sooner. Be There Soon: A really good album that explores the realm of sexy-yet gutsy female vocals with a refreshingly moral approach to writing commercially viable music. I don’t understand why this band isn’t signed yet, perhaps they’re not enthusiastic about selling cola flavoured beverages. The songs are well-written and meaningful and fun. In closing I would like to apologise to the good people at Medina Serviced Apartments of St Kilda for the stains and suspicious odours. |
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REVIEW October 05 from Indie-Music.com (online) Glister: Be There Soon By Dan MacIntosh Glister is a Sydney, Australia-based rock band. Their Be There Soon CD is made up of relatively simple and straightforward songs, which are distinguished by the female vocals of Samantha (who, like the rest of the band, goes only by a first name). Nothing here truly stands out, nor is there anything that hasn’t already been done before – and better. “Queensland” is seemingly about the group’s homeland, but little of this music is truly personalized. In the case of the epic-length “Spacedog,” this track may well be about a dog that was sent into outer space – especially based upon lines like, “Spacedog, are you ready to go?” But these songs about places and animals are just about as impersonal as first names can be, without corresponding last names. Musically and lyrically, this release contains a few variations on the "simple is best" approach. “Lullabye,” is a slight surprise, simply because it’s not the quiet and child-like night song its title suggests. Instead, it’s an upbeat and strummy pop song. The group also gets a little heavy with the near metal vibe of “Fuel For The Fire,” which sports one of the disc’s few true electric guitar solos. Most of the time, female-led rock bands are a cultural breath of fresh air. But without equally fresh lyrical ideas, sound and style alone are factors that represent only half of the battle. In the end, Be There Soon doesn’t quite make it all the way to the finish line. |
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REVIEW September 05 from Bombshell Zine (online) Glister: Be There Soon Blue Mountains-based group Glister are a bit of a surprise packet. Their solid blend of pop rock somewhere in the vein of Killing Heidi, Waikiki or maybe even Frente's more guitar-oriented moments, is entertaining without having anything that will blow you away. The female singer has quite a voice and it glistens without that raw edge of Ella Hooper. Opening track 'Queensland' is a great single, 'Chasing The Moon' is pure Killing Heidi and there is even a bit of country in the form 'One Day'. Has plenty of potential, but at the same time could completely fall under the radar. If you need your music served powerfully then this group probably isn't for you, but I can't see any reason why they wouldn't find a niche. |
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REVIEW September 05 from Blue Mountains Review (print) Glister: Be There Soon Blue Mountians group Glister deliver catchy guitar-driven pop for ‘be there soon’, the band’s first full-length release. But being guitar-driven doesn’t deny the female vocalist the chance to compete; the boisterous and seductive vocals in the style of Kiling Heidi topping off this tight debut. The album was recorded at Gangstar Studios in 2002 and was produced by ex-1927 member Dave Dwyer. While touching on folk influences, as well as the rhythmic grooves of the track ‘lullabye’, the guitar riffs are often reminiscent of early Smashing Pumpkins tracks. ‘Be There Soon’ also boasts some pretty fine artwork that’ll have you looking twice when picking this one up – a saviour considering the name Glister may either remind you of a mouthwash product or a skin disorder. Definitely a good opener for a band that will have a lot to show us in their future releases. Review by Morris Bryant 3.5/5 |
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REVIEW August 05 from TheBrag.com issue 120 (print) :: GLISTER :: Be There Soon (SomersaultMusic.com.au) Glister could be a nasty skin complaint but in fact its the name of the galaxy's most hypnotic rock band (according to the press release anyway). Who would have thought it eh? The galaxys most hypnotic rock band living just down the road in the Blue Mountains. What are the chances? They're just kidding of course. Glister know they aren't that good - but Be There Soon is still pretty enjoyable stuff. For one thing, Samantha's vocals are a definite asset. She's equally comfortable narrating a tale me teen summer love ('Queensland') as she is describing the death of a relationship ('Over'). She and the band also sparkle on 'Fuel For The Fire', where a punchy, rocking finale fades into a sombre, dreamlike epilogue. Billy Corgan would approve. Unfortunately the quality does dip elsewhere. 'always about you' is pleasant cranberries-style fare but the song structure is irritatingly repetitive, whilst 'lullabye' looks for the Chilli Peppers' rolling groove without ever really finding it. But lets end on a positive note. Kudos should go to artwork designer John Curtin. His cartoon depiction of the group battling a space octopus deserves the full 12'' gatefold LP treatment. It's perfect for the galaxy's most hypnotic rock band. Review By Andy McLean / The Brag (120) 08/08/05 4/5 |
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REVIEW JUNE 05 from POPrepublic.tv june issue (print & online) :: GLISTER :: Be There Soon (SomersaultMusic.com.au) Offering from local group Glister, is the up tempo and very catchy “Be There Soon”, one of the most promising indie releases for this season. A nice mix of rock and pop, the vibeyou get from this album is an instant catchy style with a bucketload of originality. Standout tracks include Chasing The Moon and current single ‘Waking Up’. On rotation on Channel V and RAGE, this CD is definitely one to keep your eyes peeled for! Oh, and you gotta love the album artwork too! An AWESOME release! 5/5 POPpoints http://www.poprepublic.tv |
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REVIEW September 2004 from www.1340mag.com Various Artists BUY INDIE MUSIC - COMPILATION VOLUME 1: Blackdog Promotions “Buy Indie Music Volume 1” contains songs by Timothy Dark, The Shade, Emmett North Jr., Ariel Aparico, Heat, Informer, 4th Plane Jaiant, Auratrona, Shadow Pointe, Michael Hirsch, 23 Red, Glister, Orsontrain, Alex Machine, and Purge d.i. Opening is Timothy Dark (Hip-Hop) with “Unseen Forces” who just happens to do one of my favorite types of hip-hop. Heavy and in your face he can mic it and he can sing it all in the same package he is definitely now on my “to buy” list. Track 2 is The Shade with “Is It a Sin”, a little southern sounding and a bit like the Gin Blossoms. Doug Meyers voice definitely has a bit of country sound to it, but “Is It A Sin” is a good offering. Emmett North Jr (dance/hip-hop) is next with “Wrap Me In Your Love”. What is great about this song is the jazzy style and lyrics. With respect for his talents I say this, the rap is not needed and only takes away from what Emmett North Jr is superb at… a great R&B/groovy sound. I want to hear more of him. Ariel Aparico (pop) with “Always The Bridesmaid” is next. This sounds like the 80's went ahead and grew up. So many influences are within this tune. The chorus is impressive and mixed very well because it could have easily been over done and it was not. It’s a good song and interesting. Heat (R&B) with “Playaz's Athem”. This is the first dip down in this so far great Indie collection. Heat sounds typical and "Playaz" are old and tired, yet another song about the perceived greatness of someone's ability "between the sheets". The music is good so offer something please! Informer (rock/punkish) with “Crutch”. Informer is hard and mostly grunge through the chorus and the vocals are punk sounding but good. A bit of a unique sound in the harder side of rock and that's a nice change 4th Plane Jaiant (alt rock) with “Speak So Loud”. There site is under construction which is a bummer because 4th Plane Jaiant is good and they rock. They offer a deepness in there sound and lyrics, one to watch. Auratrona (alt rock) with “Soft”. What a new sound Auratrona is! “Soft” is completely as it should be. Lyrics that are deep and introspective and music to back it up. More please? Shadow Pointe (alt rock) with “I Am The One”. This song reminded me allot of the 80's hard rock scene. If that is your bag then you will like it otherwise it is not a shinning point on the CD. Michael Hirsch (singer/songwriter) with “Laugh (it's a joke”. That about sums it up. 23 Red (hard rock) with “Fight The Good Fight”. 23 Red left me feeling indifferent towards this song but curious about there others. Definitely not for anyone who does not enjoy the harder side of rock. Glister (alt pop) with “Waking Up”. These guys are so cool. It is pop but a little dirty, perfect! Orsontrain (alt rock) with “The Future Of Anonymous”. Angst sounding. Had a hard time getting into this song. Alex Machinex (industrial Rock) with “Pale Yellow Divine”. Remember org raves at 3am? If you don't, Alex Machine does and they brought it back. Layer on layer, punk, beat, grunge all the things that made raves cool. Trance club playlist? Absolutely! Purge d.i. (Hard Rock) wraps it up with “Elevate”. Hard Rock and good. Great vocals full and not screechy and a nice fill in keyboard part. A definite for hard rock fans. Buy Indie Music Volume 1 is worth the time and price. Key Song: “Unseen Forces” - Reviewed by Mask316 http://www.1340mag.com/review_variousartists_buyindiemusiccompilationvol1.htm |
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REVIEW July 2004 from southboundbeat.com Various Artists BUY INDIE MUSIC - COMPILATION VOLUME 1: Blackdog Promotions The songs in this compilation cover a lot of ground, so I will take them one by one: "Unseen Forces" by Timothy Dark is an in-your-face hip hop number about "the demon in you" with a dark sound along with Dark's vocals. "Is It a Sin" by the Shade is a mid tempo Country ballad that mixes electric and acoustic guitars. "Wrap Me In Your Love" by Emmett North, Jr. is a hip hop number that begins with just North's voice and percussion before going into pop romance mode. It has interesting beats, but is too long at seven and a half minutes. "Always the Bridesmaid" by Ariel Aparico is a dramatic rock ballad. Aparico sings in a low voice, goes to a high range, and then recites some of the lyrics. So offbeat, it makes you want to hear more of this guy. "Playaz's Anthem" by Heat is called R&B on the CD, but it sounds more like hip-hop with a romantic theme. Interesting in that it mixes African-American and Latin voices. 'Crutch' by Informer is a hard rock song that sounds typical of the genre. 'Speak So Loud' by 4th Plane Jaiant is called modern rock. Not ahead of its time, but is sounds just different enough to be interesting, combining a heavy beat with excellent vocals and an unusual melody. "Soft" by Auratrona sounds hard instead of soft. Otherwise, not much there. "I Am the One" by Shadow Pointe is more melodc rock, with a prog sound that is a bit mysterious. This song makes you want to hear more of them. "Laugh (It's A Joke)' by Michael Hirsch shows that Michael can't sing that well when he is strumming an electric guitar with minimal backup. I agree with the title. "The Future of People Anonymous" by Orsontrain has the singer repeating "whitewash and poppycock" or something like that. I guess this song is meaningful since it is called alternative rock. "Fight the Good Fight" by 23 Red does just that in this ready for action cut. "Waking Up" by Glister features a girrl singer in a pop/rock song that, well, wakes you up. Because it's good. "Pale Yellow Divine" by Alex Machine is anything but pale. The lead singer sounds mean and spits out "no one's gonna notice/no one's gonna care." Maybe not, but this cut rocks in an industrial way. "Elevate" by Purge has a lead singer even meaner than the one on the last cut. I can't understand what he is singing, but he sure is pissed off. I'm afraid to ask. It's metal the way it should be. This CD is a good introduction to a lot of artists, although you will probably pick and choose certain songs to just sit down and listen to it. - Review by Dave Howell http://www.southboundbeat.com/CD_reviews/BuyIndieMusicC.html |
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REVIEW June 2004 from Kweevak.com Various Artists BUY INDIE MUSIC - COMPILATION VOLUME 1: Blackdog Promotions The name says it all. This fifteen-track CD is a diverse compilation of indie artists. Black Dog Promotions put the CD together in an effort to showcase a variety of talent from around the world. The collection includes a wide range of genres such as hip-hop, R&B, rock, alternative and pop. The CD has a lot to offer, some of my favorites were The Shade, Auratrona, Glister and Purge d.i. The Shade are roots rockers blending a country twang with an up-tempo-rock beat. 'It's A Sin' features fine vocals and catchy guitar leads. 'Soft' by the alternative rock group Auratrona has an ambient groove combined with crisp lead vocals. The song has both edge and smoothness with a dash of electronica. 'Waking Up' is a spirited rock pop number from Australia's Glister. The band is fronted by an expressive female vocalist and features strong guitar leads. Purge d.i. are hard rockers and their power and energy is captured on 'Elevate'. Buy Indie Music, Compilation Volume 1 demonstrates that there are plenty of alternatives to mainstream music and Black Dog did a fine job of combining different styles and sounds on one CD! Recommended Tracks: (1,2,6) [USA/MD 2003 - web] () Review by Laura Turner Lynch for Kweevak.com http://www.kweevak.com |
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REVIEW 4/11/03 from Drum Media 674 Various Artists Grow Your Own 8 Foghorn/MGM We're now up to the eight instalment of Grow Your Own, and it has grown from what was essentially a compilation of young local bands to incorporate acts from interstate as well as acts that are not exactly young but have been kicking around the traps for a while. As with previous years, the focus here is mainly on guitar based pop and rock bands. On the rock side of things ther is the boppy and skanky The Tenants, Emohawk's melodic rock and Exit do very pollished pop/rock. There's the low down drrrty grumble of Schmutt, with great female vox out the front showing fine pop sensibilities and Jetstream gently groove along. Millstone come across all new wave meets Creed, Fuel et al while there are the jerky rhythms of Close Call, but the dinky keyboard effects over the top can go. On Let Me Be (our ROck & Roll) The Solution, yes, so the rock thing too. Those with more pop leanings include the upbeat power pop of The Hnadmedowns, the great melody lines of Platform 6 and Glister have a sweet edge courtesy of the lead vocals. The Chops is gentle pop, sitting alongside your John Mayers and Pete Murrays etc. Along similar lines, although more acoustic based, is Soucasa. Beanort bring it backmore than the rocking out they're known for, while Divine Discontent by Montana has an ever so slight country edge to it. Admittedly after a while it gets a bit samey with all the pop and rockbut there are a few that break this up a bit. The Gunn have bit of a funky edge. So too do Merge with their slide rock and Kylee's got one hell of a voice on her. The Lyrical Madmen off a reggae tinged number while Neverlandare a bit different withing the rock context with interesting riffs and song structure and strong melodies. There are a couple to keep your eye on, and some that probably shouldn't be on there, but it does show, once again, that there is some unsigned talent out there. by Mark Neilsen http://www.drummedia.com.au |
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REVIEW 24/2/03 from Bombshell Zine GLISTER Queensland Independant Single - 4 Tracks - Power pop rock from this Western Sydney based 4 piece. Very guitar driven throughout boosted by female vocals, make that very strong female vocals, This gal has a rad voice. The single 'Queensland' is a boppy upbeat number that holds it's own. Up next is my selection of a fave, the very Skulker sounding track 'Waking Up' which i heard a few weeks back on the 'Damaged' compilation cd. A very strong whoooah wo wo type chorus which i guess gives it the Skulker comparison. Great track and some tidy guitar work in behind the vocals too. 'Falling' is a smooth ballad, again the vocals really standout and make the track, while the lyrics to this one i really dug. A nice mellow piece. Switch up the energy level a touch and you have the closer 'Spacedog' a great guitar based song, really good closer. Any number of these tracks could slot in well on radio, look out for this band if power pop is your thing, they're sure to do well. The Verdict - 8.5/10 - Review By : Bomber http://www.bombshellzine.com |
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REVIEW 2/03 from Time Off :: GLISTER :: QUEENSLAND (Independent) Blue Mountains four-piece Glister are clearly barking up a similar sonic tree to chart-manglers Killing Heidi and, on evidence here, they’re not lagging all that far behind Ella and co. Sure, they need to polish up a little and those lead vocals need tightening, but they’ve got a strong handle on professionalism and accessibility and that holds ’em in real good stead. A strong portent and a worthy teaser to the debut set Be There Soon…, due mid-year. Features three bonus cuts. Review by Richard Kwong. http://www.timeoff.com.au/archive/1111/reviews/singlereviews.html |
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Revolver 03.03.03 Glister Queensland With a few more years experience, a few more thousand dollars in the budget and Trevor Horn at the console I'm sure that Glister could be the new Tatu, in a morally unambiguous sense of course. At the moment there are still a few of those rough edges that people who live in the inner suburbs like to call indie. This is not a bad thing in itself; since people in Newtown need to have things other than their parents divorce to talk about. Goodish, but getting better I'm sure. Review by The Single Guy |
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Drum Media 08.04.03 Glister Queensland Despite the title, actually from the lower Blue Mountains just out that way a bit. They are a pop band, who shamelessly namecheck Killing Heidi as a reference, which is no bad thing when they do it with a certain amount of style on an indie budget. Samantha has the sweet range, and the guitars do kick in as necessary on that gentle to rock tightrope. There is some dynamic displayed as well, switching down to an acoustic folkie level but keeping some individuality to it. Somebody else said 'goodish' and getting better, and that's probably a fair appraisal, and it will be interesting which way they go next. Review by Ross Clelland |
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REVIEW 05/03 from Ozmusicproject.net Glister: Queensland In 50 words or less: Second release from this power-pop quartet from Sydney's Penrith region, Glister have seemed to discover their sound in this EP. Unpretentious and up front power pop possessing enough charm and bubbly exuberance to bring it home. Best Track(s): Falling - Juliana Hatfield vocal stylings with a bit of grit. Nice. Smells Like.... At times the kindred spirit of Killing Heidi, at others like Juliana Hatfield's younger sister. Hit or Shit: It's a grower, and from the big moon steps taken from their last release, this EP has ample brownie points. Review by Jaz |
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REVIEW 06/03 from H Rock Glister: Queensland The title track 'Queensland' is a catchy and melodic pop song, catchy riffs with low level hints of rock going on in there. I can't help but feel 'Queensland' was recorded for radio friendly play, which is O.K I guess. Definitely some talent in this band, have a listen for your self on mp3.com.au (follow our mp3 links if you will) available from Re-pressed records, Redeye, and waterfront records. visit http://www.glister.com.au to find out more about this band. Review by Tin TInn http://www.hmusic.netfirms.com |
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Ob(zine) April 2000 Glister: self titled EP (four tracks) "... leaves you begging for more. Each track has its own unique style, from the jazzy 'Lullabye' (my favourite) to the rocking 'Out of Style'. Vocalist Samantha, as always, demonstrates her marvellous talent for this style, complemented by Mark's cool guitar riffs, Chris' jazzy bass lines, and Troy's ever increasing talent for the drums. The sound is great; but WARNING: involuntary swaying and foot tapping are inevitable ..." Review by Philip Jeffery |
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Green Left Weekly 2001 Glister: selft titled EP "... Their’s is a finely honed light pop sound with crafted guitar lines and clear vocals. They have been playing together since high school so they have grown together as a unit. This limited edition EP shows how well struggling bands can use new technology these days. In addition to the four tracks there are photos, band biographies and other information about the group. It was all burnt on the CD burner at home! The songs continue the very personal direction that was set on Glister’s previous CD Aristarchus. Essentially the lyrics reflect the feelings of young people caught living on the edge of a metropolis: distrustful of the city’s alienation yet drawn to the bright lights. Glister gently expresses the torn feelings of many of the youth living in the Blue Mountains." Review by Barry Healy |
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Ozmusicproject.net March 2001 Glister: selft titled EP One thing the Sydney music scene lacks is a really good chick band. If Glister were 100% female they could fill this hole, but their lead singer Samantha more than makes up for it. Out of the Western Suburbs, this bands second four track EP delivers in catchy pop style. Commendably recorded and distributed on self-burnt cds, this is a nice taste for a fresh young band. Glister's style is a little boppier than possible predesessors like the Hummingbirds or Bettie Serveert, the EP is not only catchy but danceable as well. If you can match the sweet delectable tones of Samantha's vocals you could probably also sing along. First track "Out Of Style" is two minutes of gorgeous fuzzy girly pop while No Right Turn uses catchy riffola and heavy bass a la Magic Dirt. highlight of the EP is definitely the bluesy, jazzy Lullaby, also featured on the (ob)zine compilation. The cd ends with the more mellow Butterfly, showcasing some nice harmonies and acoustic guitar sounds. Review by Meeshell |
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ChaosMusic Review 2000 "Aristarchus is the oddly named debut CD from Glister. This self-funded release has eight tracks that flow from acoustic sounds to rock and cosmic pop. Samantha's vocals give the songs a beautiful lift with some delightful harmonies maing this one a definate album to check out." ChaosMusic Review |
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Pee zine #25 (feb 2003) www.peerecords.com V/A - Damage. Music to skate to (ObZine) CD Compilation CDs are kinda like a mixed bag of lollies in some ways. There's always gonna be sweet ones in there that you love, but every now and then you'll cop one that makes you cringe - like those aniseed fuckers! Well the hard working crew at Sydney's Obzine have pumped out a mixed bag of lollies here, 17 independent bands from Western Sydney covering all kinds of music genres from pop, punk, ska, reggae, hardcore, hip hop trance what-have-you, it's all here! The comp is to celebrate the opening of 2 new skate parks in Glenbrook and Penrith. There's names on here like Earth To Nigel, Spudgun, Shenanigans plus a whole heap I've never heard of before. A great intro to what West Sydney has to offer. RATING: 75/100 |
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BOMBSHELL ZINE (www.bombshellzine.com) Various Artists - Damage..Music To Skate To Obzine Compilation - 17 Tracks - Damage is 17 unsigned bands from the Blue Mountains and Western Sydney area's paying tribute to two local skate park openings coming up with a cd of music to skate to. 17 numbers and a wide array of styles from punk rock (The Shenanigans, Spudgun) Hard Rock (Save Some For Daddy, Withdisdain), Rockabilly (The Psyclones), Pop Rock (Glister, Earth To Nigel). Ska (Titan Outfits) The quality wavers between tracks, some are demo's, some are proper recordings, it's hard to find anything to pick out and say hey that stands out but nonetheless a good way for these unsigned bands to get a few extra listens to. The Verdict - 6.5/10 - Best From The West Review By : Shelly |
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OzMusicProject.net March 2001 The Ob(zine) CD release, "Unearth this" is one of the most refreshing compilation albums to date. Featuring 17 relatively unknown artists from the more relatively unknown regions (for music, I mean) of Sydney and showcasing a multitude of styles from girly indie pop, to metal and industrial bands and even some tastes of funk and rap, its electricity is one of the cd's strongest points. The compilation certainly shows that the western suburbs and blue mountains regions are loaded with talent. Reading like a triple J hottest 100 list, the compilation is overrun by more generic pop bands like Fifth Place, Real and Jettison, and heavier artists like Psychoma, Strident and Porndrug (who sound a bit like Korn wannabes). Especially prominent is the female artists portion, and bands such as Jonah's Pride, Glister and artist Emma Charlton shine. However, it's the more unique tracks that stand out - most notably Compressed Infinity's electro-industrial offering of The Drained and True-L's funk/hip hop Land of the Fall. All in all a strong mix of tracks, and definitely a worthy addition to the underground's quest for exposure. A candy bag of artists not to be missed. |
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'Green Left Weekly' Feb 2001 Westies demand to be heard Unearth This... Ob(zine) Blue Mountains/western Sydney music compilation Available from PO Box 300, Blaxland NSW 2774 or http://fly.to/obzine This collection of 17 tracks by different bands from the western Sydney/Blue Mountains independent music scene is aimed squarely at one listener: the person at JJJ who discovers new bands. Everything is built around breaking the groups. It deserves much support for that. It's great music as well. The CD has a multimedia component that provides background on each group, photos and web site information. It's an ambitious project from Ob(zine), the independent westie fanzine that has been struggling for a couple of years to introduce the area's bands to a wider audience. The styles on show are varied: dense industrial (Compressed Infinity); punk-lite (Fifth Place); fundamentalist Christian funk/rap (True L); feminist folk (Jonah's Pride); airy pop (Glister); power pop (Earth to Nigel); as well as quite a few heavy metal head bangers (Porndrug, Futile and others). It's hard to pick which of these acts will be the first to get the all-important record contract or that vital JJJ heavy rotation. Jonah's Pride are said to be the best thing out of the Blue Mountains since fresh water and their track, “Devils' Tongues”, is a beautiful example of why they have built the dedicated local following they have in Katoomba. Emma Charlton's rockier sound on Coming Home is also well worth a listen. There are several bands that try to out-heavy each other but two stand out. Heifer, whose song “Mark Mark” was featured on JJJ last year, contribute “Prick” which turns the macho-metal stance on its head. Heifer mix humour, musical adventurousness and a social conscience. Futile, on the other hand, are determined not be out metalled by anyone! Their track “Liar” shows that they have perfected the cement truck guitar sound. It's the last track and certainly signs off the CD with a bang. Review by BARRY HEALY |
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Ob(zine) Dec 2000 "Well, after what seems like millenia of waiting we now finally have the Obzine compilation CD; 17 tracks of local talent thrown out into the public for (hopefully) mass digestion... One of the great things about this CD is the range of styles it incorporates... Ba-boom... the Obzine compilation CD in all it's many-splendoured glory. The sound is great, whoever mastered this CD must be some sort of aural genius. The arrangement of tracks is good because it allows the CD to flow despite the many different and diverse styles on it. Can't wait for 'Unearth This 2'." Review by Luke Bartolo |