Michelangelo & the Difference
Under Rower
Reviewed by Brian Vincent McGovern
Trudging, thick distortion capably shrouds longings like, "Lord, make me a servant..." in the title track, with even a few Eastern-influenced sounds among the mix. Nacho typical Nashville radio cheese. Smiles will be displayed when "OTMF (Ode to My Friends)" gets up and goes. A nifty, quick beat drives this lighthearted look at supportive pals. And this same verve is duplicated in "George (Inside Out)," but turns into a Beatle-esque ska song halfway through. Why hadn't I heard of these guys? I dunno... They've been a thriving indie band since `91, more recently doing 100 shows a year, and are just now signed. Of course, being signed isn't a magic elixir for "indie-itis," but it does allow even more folks to hear your music. And believe me, this eclectic blend of heartfelt rock, tribal, and folk deserves to be heard.