Search - Snuff :: Disposable Income

The more you listen, the more you like

punkviper | Pittsburgh, PA USA | 03/24/2003

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Is it a departure from their Fat Records material? Hmm... yes and no. It's still Snuff, certainly still Snuff. But this time around they have this sort of airy ethereal quality added in to their intense mix. The album comes off as lighter and more pleading almost. The comedy seems to be pushed to the background on this album as there really are no throwaway numbers here like there have been on their Fat releases. There is some experimentation present (sampling, breakbeats), which honestly doesn't always work, but it's good that they're trying. And the production value makes the tracks really sparkle, which is curious since most people blast Fat Records for making a band "too glossy" though Snuff had to leave to make a truly accessibly sonic record.There's some excellent tracks here, and a lot of average/above-average stuff, but truly no clunkers which is nice. Well, there is one, and i'm sad to report that the sole instrumental on here ranks as one of their worst. Shame, really. But the "bonus track" at the end is certainly one of the top tracks, strange that it is merely a "bonus" track. I enjoy it, and have enjoyed it progressively more the more i've listened to it. Casual fans might be better off with Demma or Tweet, but the old-timers will be intrigued and (hopefully) pleasantly surprised. A little less gruff gusto, but still great tunes, if you don't mind the wacky quality toned down a bit."

This is not a disposable cd.

Paul Taylor | UK | 07/21/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is snuff at their most experimental and it's good, the songs go by steadily without a bad song (which can become a token thing). It's good to hear a British punk band release an album so goo with there been such a high amount of good bands from california. So pick it up it's good British punk rock."