2007-09-10
Grubstake is a dirty, dirty band. And I mean that as a compliment. Combining the best sounds of the Black Keys, the White Stripes, and T Rex, they write pared down songs that resonate in your very gut. This is a best of (bestest of) CD on which every song but one (Neil Young's "Albuquerque") is an original. No horns, no strings, no keyboard, just gritty guitars, drums, and vox. Standout tracks are #1, #2, and #4. We no can play #3 or #12 as they contain words not meant for the delicate listener. Have a good time with this disc, I think it's what Patrick McHugh and co. intend for you to do. -Carol-EMILY HAINES
Knives Don't Have Your Back
Angela McCluskey
The Things We Do
THE BROKEN WEST
Now or Heaven
SPITTING IMAGE
Ratta-Tatta-Boom!!
HAYLEY TAYLOR
One Foot In Front of the Other
THE JULIETS
Perfect Season
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