Eclectic Vibes

by Andrew Frey

Reviews From: Year 2010
Disco Biscuits - Planet Anthem

Disco Biscuits - Planet Anthem

Disco Biscuits
Planet Anthem
Label: SCI Fidelity/Diamond Riggs

Too many avenues of experimentation and guest musicians water down the overall appeal of this release for me. Their usual amazing jamtronica thrust still feeds familiar aspects but their revisioning here also splinters the output into other frontiers of varying success. Doubtlessly still a great live show though.

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Ifdakar - On The Edge

Ifdakar - On The Edge

Ifdakar
On The Edge
Label: IfdaInc

Years of performing at festivals and taverns throughout the Midwest has finally born musical fruit for this Appleton, WI group in the form of this captivating, enthusiastic and heart felt jam rock treat. Many more roads will be traveled and adventures embarked upon as this distinguished and liberating release propells them far and wide.

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Mr. Gnome - Heave Yer Skeleton

Mr. Gnome - Heave Yer Skeleton

Mr. Gnome
Heave Yer Skeleton
Label:

Distant atmospheres billow, blast and flutter with fuzzy post punk rhythms and floaty female vocals. This lush psychedelic duo produces soliloquies that travel through near pop realms while maintaining an intimate dose of fantasy and artistic creativity. Mr. Gnome will be appearing 4/30 at The Frequency in Madison.

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Primitive Culture - Fantasy

Primitive Culture - Fantasy

Primitive Culture
Fantasy
Label: Hechtic Records

Seasoned musicians currently from Madison power up a full platter of spunky funky blues with happening horns and tasty guitar tribulations. The compositions are further cross pollinated with reggae grooves and multicultural vibrations.

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Rob Swift - The Architecht

Rob Swift - The Architecht

Rob Swift
The Architecht
Label: Ipecac Records

Quirky and jerky electronics incorporating elements flung far from most current norms. Divergently texturized by the two rapped vocal tracks; the rest of the release captures dynamics and mood from classical music samples to lead us on a unique electronic journey.

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Sharon Shannon - Saints & Scoundrels

Sharon Shannon - Saints & Scoundrels

Sharon Shannon
Saints & Scoundrels
Label: The Daisy Label

A goodly smattering of Irish, Celtic and Cajun musical reflections show off the charm, versatility and capabilities of this multi-platinum award-winning accordion player. She is joined by a bevy of guests (way too many to list!) which broaden the allure and personality of this release to a certain point of irresistibility.

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Mike Patton - Mondo Cane

Mike Patton - Mondo Cane

Mike Patton
Mondo Cane
Label: Ipecac Recordings

Continuing to push limits, this incredible vocalist who has fronted numerous bands (Faith No More, Mr. Bungle, Fantomas, etc) and co-started the Ipecac Record label, finds himself embedded in the midst of an impressive 20 piece orchestra plying his oral delights in Italian. Experimental yet fun, upbeat, cohesive and quite listenable.

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Next Stop... Soweto - Township Sounds From the Golden Age of Mbaqanga

Next Stop... Soweto - Township Sounds From the Golden Age of Mbaqanga

Next Stop... Soweto
Township Sounds From the Golden Age of Mbaqanga
Label: Strut Records

20 unreleased tracks of rare and obscure 60s-70s compositions from South Africa producing a brief historical overview of the infectious rhythms and jazz inspired beats that were energizing the townships at the time. The wonderful variety of vocals and local styles on this first of 3 volumes make this a winner in any era.

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Mind.In.A.Box - Retro

Mind.In.A.Box - Retro

Mind.In.A.Box
Retro
Label: Metropolis Records

Featured here are 11 crafty conjurations utilizing Commodore 64 sounds and themes that are reflected, magnified and re-inspired through current dark synthpop style electronica. This targeted computer music time capsule will thrill those with Commodore 64 memories while mystifying or enlightening those who don’t.

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Prizzy Prizzy Please - Chroma Cannon

Prizzy Prizzy Please - Chroma Cannon

Prizzy Prizzy Please
Chroma Cannon
Label: Joyful Noise Recordings

Edgy caterwauling punk n roll concoctions from Chicago enhanced with saxophone, grit, humor, and consternation. The raucous and raspy vocals fuel the brimstone and forthright intensity blasted through their song melodies and overall presentation.

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Rare Blend - Sessions

Rare Blend - Sessions

Rare Blend
Sessions
Label: Tough Steam Music

An instrumental triple threat showing off multiple aspects of their musical prowess and personality via tracks from stage, studio and film. Having already maintained for 15 years, this progressive jazz/jam/fusion group here highlights a solid panorama of their capabilities and strengths.

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Sora - Heartwood

Sora - Heartwood

Sora
Heartwood
Label: Corvid Media

Soothing and refreshing Celtic music spearheaded by this traditionally styled vocalist. Her voice twinkles with delicate splashes of vibrato amidst the lushly melodic atmospheres that bloom from the emotional tales told as the panorama of instruments unfolds.

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