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Cab Proves Up-And-Coming On "Upside"

Judd Hersch | Atlanta | 02/29/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"As a pop music critic, I never really put much stock into debut albums of local bands. But as the SE music scene continues to boom, I'll give them the benefit of the doubt. After hearing Runaway Cab's "On The Upside", I know I made the right choice. Enter Runaway Cab, the newest addition to Chapel Hill's esteemed growing list of popular music breakthroughs. "On The Upside" is everything a debut rock album should be, fresh, to the point, and catchy as hell. It was obvious after spinning the first track, "Money Bags", that these guys were for real. Here's the kicker: they're unsigned. Rumor has it on the street that "On The Upside" has already generated serious label attention among several of the big-hitters so I would expect to see these guys on tour very shortly, but after listening to this disc, I was left sitting in the office scratching my head in zen-like amazement wondering "Where have these guys been all my life?"All signs point to positive for the future of this Runaway Cab of Chapel Hill, NC. If you like radio-friendly pop rock comparable to the Foo Fighters or the Goo Goo Dolls, treat yourself to a gem. Explore "The Upside" of Chapel Hill's very own Runaway Cab."

Awesome!

Judd Hersch | 05/22/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"These guys are great - after going to a concert in Chapel Hill I had to get their CD. They were incredible! I have watched many local bands make it and I definitely think Runaway Cab is on it's way. I can't wait to say I knew them before... Honestly this is some awesome music!"

On the Upside is on its way to the top

Runaway Cab fan for life | Durham, NC | 04/19/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Runaway Cab packs a powerful punch on their new edgy pop-rock album. If anyone is interested in getting to know a powerful group of musicians before they hit it big, check out their debut album, On the Upside. You will definitely be singing along to these energetic tunes in no time. Awesome guitar, innovative keyboards, a driving bass and powerful drums back a lead singer with talent and energy to spare. Intelligent lyrics and great musicians always make for good music, but these guys have something else to offer- a style that will blow you away. Pick up this CD and you'll be able to say "I loved their stuff before they were famous." But don't wait too long. These guys will be monopolizing the airwaves before you can say "I WANT MY RUNAWAY CAB! ""