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-ROBERT POLLARD
Normal Happiness
Hippo Campus
Bashful Creatures
Fields of Industry
Two Dogs, A Television
SHANNON WHITWORTH & BARRETT SMITH
Bring It On Home
BRIGHT EYES
The People's Key
Chocolate Tiger
The End of an Error
The opinions expressed in these reviews are those of the individual volunteers that submitted the article and do not necessarily reflect the views of WYCE or GRCMC; nor its staff, donors, or affiliates.