SPINE
Reviewed by Snidermann
Sometimes, additional spins of a CD will have a very different effect than your first. That has never been more true with my experience with Spine's "Non-Violent Offender."
The first time through, there was nothing I liked about the CD. It seemed rough, callous and just unlistenable. To be honest, I thought about just trashing it after my first spin. That didn't seem fair, however, so I spun the disc again and again.
Amazingly, even after just the second listen, I found myself being drawn in the dark and disturbed world of Spine. After numerous spins, I have decided that "Non-Violent Offender" could very well be a heavy metal rock opera about life on the street. The band weaves a hypnotic trance upon the listener and the songs actually come alive and trap you in their twisted existence. What fun! It may take a little effort to understand Spine but, believe me, it's time well-spent.
Special notice to the basswork of Lady J, a fantastic musician who can really belt out the backing vocals. And she's cute as well! What a terrific package!
Spine: Johnny 3 Legs - vocals; Mike Speirs - drums; Mike Bossier - guitar; Lady J - bass.
For more information, please visit http://www.spinedc.com.
Rating Guide:
A classic. This
record will kick your ass.
Killer. Not a classic but it
will rock your world.
So-so. You've heard better.
Pretty bad. Might make a nice coaster.
Self explanatory. Just the sight of the
cover makes you wanna hurl.
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