Various Artists
Manna 2 Go
Reviewed by Brian Vincent McGovern
The follow-up to Fifty 280's acclaimed Green Manna Compilation again brings to the table some of Colorado's best independent bands. Copilot starts things off with their brand of mellow modern rock. Also here is the infamous but lovable Rackets & Drapes, and their song "Disease of Me," (a song that was written before Marilyn Manson's first record was even out). The hyped up "Rockabilly Song" by Trump Mother Jones hints that the band has taken some lessons from fellow Denver folks Five Iron Frenzy. Speaking of which, that band makes an appearance here, with one of their old ones, "Every New Day." Blah takes advantage of the moment to show us their new-found energetic rockabilly sound, and Green Ribbon contributes their eerie gothic Europop, which gives me a desire to hear their record. I really liked Trunk Full of Daisies. With additions like The Fraidy Cats, SMA, The Guys, etc., this is a worthy compilation, with plenty of signable bands. To order, send $12 to: Fifty 280 Records, 4752 Peak View, Erie CO 80516