Dammit, I still can't spell this bands name right without looking it up (perhaps this says more about me than the name, but whatever...). Dananananaykroyd are what I would describe as ADD rock: indie with speedy intricate guitar lines. This album is also produced by the same guy responsible for the similarly inclined Johnny Foreigner album. 'Hey Everyone!' is definately sonically comparable, with it's peppy guitar tones and bright mids.
Duelling guitars are constantly battling with the also duelling vocals and the 2 drummers, the album is relentless in it's enthusiasm. Vocal yelps and chants ride over speedy riffs (and an addiction to guitar rakes) and big drum beats, with rarely a moments pause.
Its all pretty enjoyable, but unfortunately, it can get a little tiresome, there aren't that many truly memorable riffs or hooks and aside from the singles, the album failed to ever genuinely thrill me
It's a shame that the album doesn't change pace more, as 'Black Wax', one of the slower songs (it's a relative term ;-) is one of the best tracks here, and serves to break up the first half of the album well.
This is a fun album, but I didn't find it quite as life changing as some of the excitement around this band would have suggested. Apparently their live performances are incredible, so perhaps I should reserve judgment until after seeing them. I reckon there is potential for a great second album from this band and I look forward to hearing what they do next.
1993
Black Wax
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