This compilation, entitled The Quest of the Wanton Treader, is an odd mix of songs that accompanies, in some strange way, the story of this cute little star-eyed guy with a pointy hat. The first group, Supermodel Stalker, has a lead singer that reminds me of Fred Schneider from the B-52's rapping words that happen to rhyme, especially in "Lunatic." It is a lot more interesting to listen to than one might think. The second song is an eclectic mix of melodies, that you can hear for yourself . . . it's on this issue's Hard Music Sampler! Swampbelly is a band that reminds me of Havalina Rail Co being headed up by a young Bob Dylan. Sycamore Seed has the pop thing fronted by a Veruca Salt sounding team. All of the songs on this CD seem to focus on the surreal side of God. Not a bad listen. For ordering info, write: My Little Empire Incorporated 7304 5th Avenue, Ste 329, Brooklyn NY 11209
