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CD Review - Rapid Cities - Machinery Saints [Album] Rapid Cities - Machinery Saints [Album]


Rapid Cities - Machinery Saints [Album]

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August 20, 2009, 04:55 PM

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After reading some overexcited reviews, some praising “Machinery Saints” as some kind of masterpiece and some labelling it as a total messy nonsense, I was quite curious to hear this debut album from New Jersey post-hardcore/punk newcomers Rapid Cities; just after listening to the first couple of songs I can already see what the fuss is all about.

Sounding like a mix between Paw and Clutch with distinctive vocals and aided impressively by it's production coupled with song writing style that definitely grows on you if it is given a chance. Rapid Cities show off a great deal of musicianship and creativity on “Machinery Saints”. The opener “Manhattan’s Hymn” is an ideal presentation from which you can decide if you’re going to listen to the rest of the album or if it’s really not your thing.

There are lots of Tool style time changes and unusual rhythm patterns that will appeal to lovers of the diverse experimental sound of the underground, but lovers of straight forward rock indie tunes may find 'Machinery Saints' a bit messy, chaotic and confusing; especially in “The N.R.A. and the N.W.A” or “The Space is Infinite”. However, if unsure give it a chance because “Machinery Saints” has potential and is a definite grower; try the more melodic “In my mind” and the closing “My arms are the anchors, my legs are the sea”, where the multiple elements and influences [sometimes rather clashing in this album] seem to blend a bit more harmoniously.

“Machinery Saints” is an album that you’ll either play enthusiastically to your friends and have permanently on your IPod, or one you’ll have to justify to yourself behind close doors.

Whatever turns you on. You can’t deny Rapid Cities’ talent and the quality of this debut album. Open your ears and your mind and give it a chance.






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Sweet review, makes me want to check out this album as it sounds like something I would dig.
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Thanks! It's not what I would normally listen to, but I think it's a quality piece of work for a debut if this is what you're into... Let me know your thoughts once you check it out


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