Ivan and the Reds
The Path of Least Resistance
Reviewed by Doug Van Pelt
Here's a pleasant surprise - in-your-face old school punk with a super-tight rhythm section. How tight? Upon first listen, I thought the first song would reveal a death metal band (until the bass guitar and heavy kick drums dropped out and the rapid vocals started). Memories of The Lead pop up, which is due to Ivan & The Reds being fronted by vocalist Christy. She does a fine job of sounding angry and on fire one moment, and adding a subtle layer of BGV's the next.
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