One Eighty
Crackerjack
Reviewed by Brian Vincent McGovern
The first thing I thought of upon my first listen was, "Okay, I got it... like, Dakoda Motor Co." But there's more here than love songs set to simple quick-tempo surf pop (although that's much of the ingredients), because some ska and swing ("Tick Tock") seep into the stew. The constantly harmonizing voices of Kim Tennberg and Madelyn Mendoza are very strong and on-key. However, by the end of the album, I feel like hearing something with a little more vocal variety. The horns are full of life, and the guitars and rhythm section prove their worth with the groovy change-ups in songs like "405," etc. Definitely a chunk of energy on this record, along with plenty of catchy hooks.
Other coverage for this album
7ball #23Reviewed by Chris WellMake no mistake: One Eighty is a party band with a mission. With a playful pop that grabs onto bits of ska, punk and swing--whatever's needed at the time--the band dances and rocks through a set that says it's OK to have a good time, but without Jesus you'll still be hollow inside. Fronted by chick rockers Kim Tennberg (vocals & trumpet) and Madelyn Mendoza (vocals & percussion), One Eighty…Also in HM Magazine #75
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