Search - Tamdrin :: Other Adventures

Something new at last

Drastic | Cascade, MD United States | 11/20/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is genuine and fresh. If we think hard about the new music that's prepared for our consumption, isn't it mostly repackaged stale bread? The industry that hands us music is so much better at putting brightly colored packaging (i.e. mixing and production) onto a sound that's fundamentally unoriginal. That is one of the main reasons why music sales are dropping and so many people can't stand coughing up even 99 cents for another stale loaf. It doesn't matter whether you listen to rock or folk, most of what passes for new music isn't.



Tamdrin sounds like a unique and original blend of rock, folk, and blues, reminiscent of the 60s - 70s decades, but not exactly like anything I've heard before. Insofar as I can guess how this was produced, I'd say there was little or no cosmetic surgery done in ProTools, and that certainly helps convey the feeling of refreshing originality. This appears to be their first album and it's full of hooks and choruses that will stick in your head, some evoking a vaguely familiar feeling that makes you wonder if you've heard them years ago. Yet you won't be able to remember anything else just like it. Like a tasty stew made with a mix of spices that nobody thought of before. It's really worth a good serious listen.

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Terrific stuff... take a listen!

Mark Broomer | down on the farm, israel | 11/15/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"A really interesting sound, unlike anything else you'll hear. Great instrumentation - I'd love the guitarist and bass player in my band! I can't wait to hear more..."

Tamdrin's first release...

McClintic Sphere | The Third Planet from the Sun | 11/14/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"mixes classic rock stylings with blues, folk, old school R&B grooves, '60s film themes, and the occasional jazz flavouring. Blending it's Anglo-American-West Indian roots, the band has an identifiable, somewhat unique sound.

The album Other Adventures, is an intriguing cocktail of strong melodies and deft lyrics (think Steely Dan meets Joseph Conrad with a pinch of John Barry). They stimulate the listener's imagination, and are soulfully sung by the Grenadian born female vocalist. Instrumentation and arrangements succinctly embellish each song, many of which feature delicate, concise and often thoughtful lead guitar solos by Marlowe Harrison. Tamdrin creates a refreshing blend of rock and pop, played with heart and warmth. Recommended listening for those souls that prefer a touch of the exotic in their MP3 player."