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Song Title Time Price 3:10 $0.99 Visit our audio page for more information Verbow is a band that is based out of the Chicago area with a sound that is highly reminiscent of bands like Husker Du and the Replacements, along with cello accompaniment which gives the slower songs a very melancholy, austere feel which definitely gives them a distinct sound when compared to their peers and influences. Jason Narducy is a very crafty songwriter, as evidenced by the nuanced "Lethargy's Crown", "The Chronicles Of Agent Kidd", a story song set to a relatively brisk pace, and "Fan Club" which should have become a smash on alternative radio, with its lyrics coming from the perspective of an obsessed rock fan. Bob Mould was credited with recording this album, and fortunately the songs are not overproduced - the overall sound is not as glossy as most radio rock and the mixing doesn't drown out any of the instrumentation. In summary: An auspicious debut from a band that should have found success. Sure, their record label was supportive enough to release a follow-up (which I still have to check out) but Verbow should definitely have attained a higher degree of popularity. Check this out if you can find a copy - it's '80s alternative rock combined with a '90s indie mentality. Comment | Permalink | (Report this)

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