The Mother Hips - "kiss the crystal flake"
People sometimes ask me why I review CDs. I always have the same answer, because an album moved me so much that I want to get the word out about how good the album is. A shining example of that is The Mother Hips new CD, "kiss the crystal flake". This brilliant album, from a band who describes their style of music as their, "own brand of California rock, blending a natural psychedelia with their own 21st century musicianship and songwriting. ", needs to be sought out by anyone who likes good music. Songs like, "time we had", showcase a Matthew Sweet vibe, while "no-name Darrell" reminds me of Spoon. Other tracks on the CD showcase styles ranging from The Jayhawks and Tom Petty, to a ballad, "let somebody" that would fit perfectly with 70's era Eagles. Throughout the album you can also hear lush harmonies reminiscent of the Byrds. I have been listening to the Mother Hips since their 1992 self-released album, and through a couple of albums on the major label American records, but, "kiss the crystal flame", showcases a new beginning for them. Not only their most diverse album but, in my opinion, their best. It's also the best album I've heard so far this year.
www.motherhips.com
People sometimes ask me why I review CDs. I always have the same answer, because an album moved me so much that I want to get the word out about how good the album is. A shining example of that is The Mother Hips new CD, "kiss the crystal flake". This brilliant album, from a band who describes their style of music as their, "own brand of California rock, blending a natural psychedelia with their own 21st century musicianship and songwriting. ", needs to be sought out by anyone who likes good music. Songs like, "time we had", showcase a Matthew Sweet vibe, while "no-name Darrell" reminds me of Spoon. Other tracks on the CD showcase styles ranging from The Jayhawks and Tom Petty, to a ballad, "let somebody" that would fit perfectly with 70's era Eagles. Throughout the album you can also hear lush harmonies reminiscent of the Byrds. I have been listening to the Mother Hips since their 1992 self-released album, and through a couple of albums on the major label American records, but, "kiss the crystal flame", showcases a new beginning for them. Not only their most diverse album but, in my opinion, their best. It's also the best album I've heard so far this year.
www.motherhips.com