The Buzzcocks unleashed these three amazing albums in the span of a couple of years, with Martin Rushent producing. These remain the standard to me by which guitar-driven punk-pop records must be judged. There's just enough arty-ness, great songs and energy - plus you can hear the band's growth, along with their producer, as they move along. More essential stuff. (www.nettwerkamerica.com)
Music Reviews | No. 29
Tilting at Windmills
by Larry Crane
Hey look, another Tape Op contributor! Eric Tischler fronts and records this band, tracking in his basement. It's good indie rock band action, a bit basement-sounding at times, but poppy and rocking....