Various Artists
Nehemia Project, Vol. 1
Reviewed by Doug Van Pelt
Clara Hope Records showcases 11 bands here. Some of the material is a bit tired and uninspiring, some is plain mellow, and some is creatively inspiring (like Complex Zero). There's a couple real heavy bands, like the screaming hardcore of Paintcan, the groove-heavy Substance, or the emo-ish Octane Blue. The standout cut is probably the Pink Daffadils, who get the lead out with "Listlessness." Overall, the CD is mastered at kind of a low volume level, which is kinda muddy. For ordering info, write: Clarahope Records, 1201 12 St N, Fargo ND 58102
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