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What’s the 4-1-1?
Bronx natives change their name from Pinwheel to Crashbox to release
their debut album.
Genre
Hard rock / modern rock / power pop
The Good
“Radio” has a catchy chorus and memorable chord progression. “Drown” is
an emotionally charged ballad with a decent chorus section. “Any Place
but Here” has one of those sing-along sections that are sure to come back
to you throughout the day. The heaviest riffs are delivered on “This Girl,” and
it’s probably the most melodic track as well.
The Bad
Vocalist Sal Scoca just doesn’t have it. In the immortal words on the American
Idol judges, he’s just too “pitchy.” The music is somewhat
generic as well.
The Verdict
Core Records pride itself on producing bands the old fashioned way; molding
and developing them over a number of years. With Crashbox’s latest
disc, it’s obvious the band is at stage one of a long road of development.
Did You Know?
Frontman Sal Scoca grew up on the same street as 50’s-60’s rock
icon Dion.
Rating:  out
of 5
--George Dionne
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