PETE.
Reviewed by R. Scott Bolton
Pete is a band with a good sound. The guitars are strong, the performances
are charismatic, the musicianship tight.
The problem is that Pete's songs aren't exactly fresh or exciting. Although the album begins well
enough with "Sweet Daze," (a song that brings to mind Ozzy-led Sabbath) and "Drugstore Alibi"
(with its solid rollicking chords) it doesn't go far from there. Things seem to begin
to blur at that point and, when all is said and done, nothing really stands out.
In all fairness, "Pete" is the kind of CD that might grow on you after multiple plays, during which
you'll have the opportunity to separate and appreciate each tune. The elements are there, they just
don't gel immediately. I'm listening to the CD for the third time through as I
write this review and I've already increased my rating from two chainsaws to two
and a half. Still, the latter part of the CD does tend to fade.
For more information, check out http://www.petenoise.com.
Rating Guide:
A classic. This record will kick your ass.
Killer. Not a classic but it will rock your world.
So-so. You've heard better.
Pretty bad. Might make a nice coaster.
Self explanatory. Just the sight of the
cover makes you wanna hurl.
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