The Galactic Cowboys have been compared to "The Partridge Family on acid." Well, Electrik could be called "The Partridge Family," period. Ed DeGarmo said in this issue that it's good to create something that people either love or hate, rather than something people are apathetic over. Well, I hate this stuff! I appreciate the 70's television samples and think it's very creative and somewhat groovy in its obvious psychedelia; but bubble gum rock hasn't flipped my wig since I was in third grade (back when I played those Osmond Bros. records). Along with the goofy pop music on this disc (called "Love Buzz Harmony"), I somewhat dislike the nonsense lyrical approach to the everyday life of a 14-year old girl mentality. "Make a wish, but don't krush my groove," to "Hey kid, you're just around the corner fro love," to "She's in love with purple, just like me/ Even loves vanilla potpouri/ Sounds like the making of destiny." With those big cheesy lines are others like: "Hey little girl, I didn't mean to shock you...I didn't mean to scare you/ I just want to tell you, Jesus--He loves you." The best thing about Electrik, besides their ingrained skill at finding a hook and exploiting it, is the trademark commercial rasp of vocalist Benjamin Leigh and the guitar playing of Chassy Stevens, and the harmonies all the guys create (especially in the tune "She Loves."). The biggest problem I have with not liking this disc is it's so darn catchy that you can't help but remember it, and sing it and play it again. Warning: Don't buy this record, 'cause you'll end up liking it, and it might not be a pretty sight. Ahh, go ahead. It'll balance out the Mortification your neighbor keeps blastin' through the wall. To order one of these CD's, send $12 to: PO Box 2195, Corona, CA 91718.