Jess Macintyre's latest is full of messages. "Third World" is probably one of the more powerful commentaries on our society I've heard, though not as quite relevant to American culture as he wants it to be. "Civilian Tank Dept." seems to be a bit tiresome, both musically and lyrically. This project, titled The Birth of Future, has plenty of the usual electronic noises and distorted vocals, but also some considerably insightful cultural appraisals as well. For info, write: Flaming Fish, 9 Koidern Ave, Whitehorse Yukon Y1A 3N7, Canada