Post by Professor Gommel on Mar 25, 2005 12:03:56 GMT -5
I think its a bit awkward writing about a disc with the author of all its original songs reading along, but, Feck it!
The following is STRICTLY opinion, as are all reviews.
In Brian Gillespie's verbose review, he eventually gets around to comparing Larkin to the Skels. This can only be due to the vocals similarities. The differences between the Skels and Larkin, however, are, after a few listens, as obvious as the differences between the banjo and the fiddle. These predominant instruments really set the tone for the songs of these bands.
In comparison:
The Skels have a rough, urgent feel to almost all of their songs, with no pretense or (seemingly) no effort towards trying to sound traditional at all. Chris Freid's voice blends perfectly into their material, almost like they were tuned together.
Larkin's song's contain a bit more range in sophistication, and instrumentation, with more trad-like influences. The vocals on 'Curse' however, seem at times forced. Now and again the vocals seemed a bit more relaxed and a smoother sounding, less punky, less Skels-ish, voice was heard. I actually preferred this voice in compliment to songs. Like banjo to fiddle.
Strong release with excellent songs. Not quite the same "Pub-Rock", drinking songs of the Skels, but an intelligent, blend of folk, trad and punk.
In replying to this opinion, bear in mind a few things.
I like 'Curse of our Fathers' a lot, and have listened to it quite a few times.
I've been a fan of the Skels since their 'Book of Skels' CD.
Lastly, I like both the banjo and the fiddle.
Chad, if you read this, I AM a Larkin fan, okay?
Brian, if you read this, less about you in the reviews, Y'know?
The following is STRICTLY opinion, as are all reviews.
In Brian Gillespie's verbose review, he eventually gets around to comparing Larkin to the Skels. This can only be due to the vocals similarities. The differences between the Skels and Larkin, however, are, after a few listens, as obvious as the differences between the banjo and the fiddle. These predominant instruments really set the tone for the songs of these bands.
In comparison:
The Skels have a rough, urgent feel to almost all of their songs, with no pretense or (seemingly) no effort towards trying to sound traditional at all. Chris Freid's voice blends perfectly into their material, almost like they were tuned together.
Larkin's song's contain a bit more range in sophistication, and instrumentation, with more trad-like influences. The vocals on 'Curse' however, seem at times forced. Now and again the vocals seemed a bit more relaxed and a smoother sounding, less punky, less Skels-ish, voice was heard. I actually preferred this voice in compliment to songs. Like banjo to fiddle.
Strong release with excellent songs. Not quite the same "Pub-Rock", drinking songs of the Skels, but an intelligent, blend of folk, trad and punk.
In replying to this opinion, bear in mind a few things.
I like 'Curse of our Fathers' a lot, and have listened to it quite a few times.
I've been a fan of the Skels since their 'Book of Skels' CD.
Lastly, I like both the banjo and the fiddle.
Chad, if you read this, I AM a Larkin fan, okay?
Brian, if you read this, less about you in the reviews, Y'know?