Search - Burden Brothers :: Buried in Your Black Heart

Burden Brothers are not a Burden.. uh, to listen to I mean.

Maurice Alouf | Winfield, WV United States | 09/14/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Great record. No way to classify it, and no need to classify it. Todd Lewis is my main attraction for this new group, I absolutely love his singing style. So, of course, it has to be said, I loved the Toadies as well. Because of Lewis's voice, which is very distinct, there are definitly similarities between the two bands (Toadies and B.Bros.).



But the Burden Brothers are a band for a more mature audience who is ready for the subtilties of a great rock band that does not go over the top. The Burden Bros know when they have got your attention and they let you comfortably follow them along instead of trying to force their message into your head with an over-the-top rock song.



dont get me wrong, i love metal and hard rock, but the Burden Bros achieve the same levels of intensity, but in a way that can be more appreciated in a realistic manner. OK, thats confusing, how about this.. the B.Bros are about more realistic issues than a lot of bands. the problems they address are of a very real nature... ok, that doesnt really say it all, but the answer is somewhere in the middle of those two statements.



anyway, this is definitly a super group. one former member of the toadies, one former member of reverand horton heat, and two former GWAR goons. you might think a line up like that would be uh... somewhat.. odd? but believe me, these unique elements add up to on hell of a good rock band!"

To "A Music Fan"

T. O'Brien | Washington, DC | 02/18/2004

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Hey, I understand if the music is not for you -- but you're missing the point. The lyrics of "Come On Down" are supposed to be simple and direct... combined with the forceful delivery, and the guitar and drums, the lyrics are like a punch in the face -- a poetic expression of forceful emotion. this isn't shoegazing twee or disdainful post-punk. this album is knowingly simple and direct, with unashamed references to southern rock and G'nR. but even in the super cheesy, If You're Going To Heaven, Lewis delivers some sublime moments. i miss the Toadies' darkness and Pixies-punk influences... but this is a great rock record -- a cross between the Toadies and G'nR."

Musical Therapy

Marty Smith | McKinney, TX | 12/06/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Those of you who like to get away from the stress and strain of everyday life by listening to music take notice - The Burden Brothers are here for you. Whether it's pedal to the metal rock or veg with the headphones on the sofa, they've got your escape. The title track to Buried in Your Black Heart is a fast paced romp that's not for the weak at heart. Those of you who like to vent their anger in a mosh pit - this one's for you. "Beautiful Night" is clearly a hit - it has already received some airplay and should be on video screens soon. "If You're Going to Heaven" and "Conditional" reflect the maturity of Vaden Lewis (aka Todd Lewis - Toadies) as a songwriter. Put on those headphones and listen carefully, you can't help but notice a strong Lennon/McCartney influence (circa the White Album) on those songs. Taz Bentley (Reverend Horton Heat) must have been heavily burdened when he laid down the drum track for "Do for Me" because he just absolutely lets loose! Taz also contributes "Walk Away". After a Smashing Pumpkins like intro, this song takes off and doesn't stop. Walk away? Hardly. This song will make your foot go right to the floorboard. The deep rumble of The Burden Brothers comes courtesy of Casey Orr (Gwar). He's a veteran heavy metal bass player - any questions? Corey Rozzoni (Happiness Factor) provides competent guitar playing and handles both the clean and dirty work equally well. The Burden Brothers let it rip on perhaps the most infectious track "You're so God Damn Beautiful". The opening riff will make you grab your six-string - real or imaginary - and fire away. Unofficially, the lyrics start with "Whew, Uh." By the time you get to the chorus, you'll have this song cranked to the highest level possible and be singing along - YOU'RE SO GOD-DAMN BEAU-TIFUL YOU'RE SO GOD-DAMN BEAUTIFUL. Whew, Uh indeed. If you don't feel the need to play this track over and over again, have your heart and your soul checked - please.
UPDATE - I should mention a fifth member, Casey Hess (Doosu), joined the band after the recording sessions (only the other four are listed in the credits on the CD) but was obviously on board for the photo shoot (far left). Having seen them live recently, you'd think Hess had been there since day one."