September 13, 2003
Shivaree - Rough Dreams (2002)
More Shivaree!! They are such a great band, but I can't fathom why their label would choose NOT to release their latest album stateside. Is it because intelligent, adult targetted music doesn't sell? How sad it is... but all is not lost, you can get it in Europe, in the import section of your record store, over the Internet, or on Ebay like me :)
Rough Dreams is a continued evolution of Shivaree's sound. This album is even more upbeat than their first gem, I Oughtta Give You A Shot.... My favorite songs are "All Because You Told Me So" (a funk / jazz vocal piece / classical ), "John: 2/14" (a poignant jazzy, indie rock number), "Reseda Casino" (a catchy pop song that rivals with the best of them), "Thundercats" (a traditional rock song with looping samples).
Anyways, call my review biased since I love everything this band comes out with, but I gotta give this album some of my highest accolades.
Conclusion:
4.5 / 5 - This album is difficult NOT to like.Posted by Rich at September 13, 2003 04:04 PM