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Thursday, April 2, 2009

Bars of Gold - First Live Show (bootleg)

So i haven't even listened to this yet but ima post it for ya'll anyway. For those of you who are familiar - the man who looks like he is possessed in the photo above is Marc Paffi (formerly of the illustrious band Bear Vs Shark). Yes, this is the new band that has risen form the ashes of the much beloved aforementioned...so check this bootleg out, it's their first show and i am expecting good things...

Tracklist:
01. Intro 1
02. Born a Cannibal
03. Intro 2
04. Up Up Up
05. Intro 3
06. Doctors and Lawyers
07. Intro 4
08. Cars Asleep
09. Intro 5
10. Birds

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Monday, March 9, 2009

Karate - 595

For those unfamiliar with Karate (it should be obvious that im talking about the band and not the martial art). Jokes aside, Karate led by Farina is what some may regard as an influential band on rock movements to come, but what i regard as a fresh sounding, sonically challenging trio that combined their extensive musical knowledge with rock sensibilites to win hearts accross the globe.

This, their final release before disbanding is their 595th live show recorded in Italy i believe. It showcases the bands jazz/rock genre at it's rawest with prolonged jam sessions and expanded solos that differ considerably from their studios offerings. You will find everything here, the spaced out, soulful and spine tingling guitar playing, delicate and erratic drumming and smooth soothing basslines all combined with the touch of Farina's distinct voice.

Something for a warm summers night drive definately.

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