2012-01-30
Monsters is the second release from North Carolina quartet, Onward, Soldiers. Featuring catchy melodies and well-executed production, Monsters offers either rock or country, depending on which song you listen to. The album starts out strong with the catchy, “whoa-whoa’s” of “Telling Nobody”. “Nighttime Sky” is also a winner with its toms, trumpets, and strings. The liner notes suggest the upbeat, though unremarkable third track “Cinder Blocks” as a featured song. The rest of Monsters, with the exception of the great title track, takes a decidedly country turn with the inclusion of organ and pedal-steel. Rebecca RuthGRIMES
Visions
STEVE EARLE
Washington Square Serenade
WILL HOGE
Even If It Breaks Your Heart
Young The Giant
Home Of The Stranger
THE BURNING OF ROME
(Selections from the forthcoming album) With Us
Dave Barnes
What We Want, What We Get
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