This music is something special
03/02/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Vic Thrill is completely in a league of its own; like the other reviewers wrote, these guys truly stand apart from anything out there right now. Their music is infectious, fast, and should make you smile. Maybe you'll ask yourself, "hmmm, now how did they come up with this remarkable music in the first place? and how is it that I get these goosebumps every time one of their songs starts up (especially in a live setting)?" I know I do. Alright, let's take Surfer Rosa as a benchmark here-- now, Surfer Rosa is like a great salsa that's just a little too spicy (in a good way, obviously); Vic Trhill also dips from the same salsa jar, but enjoys a creamy electronic component that kind of smooths things over. They have figured out the supreme joy of blending of keyboards and punk guitar, spiking it with humourous lyrics delivered by this bizarre electronic-oid voice effect. Again, this is an act you must hear for yourself-- if you like 'em or not, you surely won't forget what you heard. Is Vic Thrill the future of punk? They just might be."
You'll never believe it
ally@devlinhair.com | New York, NY United States | 01/16/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is a tough album to explain to people... it's like nothing you've ever heard. No indie press will be describing these guys as reminiscent of ... (Ramones, Joy Division, Television, who-the-hell-ever)... they are not derivative of ANYBODY! It's amazing! This is the new sound we've all been waiting for... unique to the times and not some 70's, 80's punk throwback. They're electro, punk, funk, crazy-awesome. Take a chance, you will fall in love. This album has been in my stereo for months. There are so many layers, you'll always hear something new. This is my first review, I've never been moved enough to post one, but I can't recommend these guys enough."
Track Listings (11) - Disc #1