RadioIndy
is pleased to present The Men They Couldn't Shave
with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Stories from Cactus Motel"
"Stories from Cactus
Motel" by the humorously named The Men They Couldn't Shave
is a pleasant collection of well-crafted acoustic/country tunes. Majestic
acoustic guitars serve
as this CD's strongest captivator and draw listeners in with a tight
grasp. "Up North" stands out
for just this reason; its graceful acoustic intro quickly becomes etched
into one's memory. Moreover, the vocals on this album are refreshingly unique,
adequately raw, and compellingly emotional. Lyrically, The Men They Couldn't
Shave brings a nice mix to the table – a little bit
of wit, a lot of relevance, and a nice dose of introspection. Other
standout tracks include "The Ballad of Old Henri P.," "Ghost
Dance Shirt," and the hilarious "A Tough Man Left Town."
All in all, "Stories from Cactus Motel" is fun, highly relatable, and
musically outstanding.
-Xavier P.
Other reviews for "Stories from Cactus Motel":
- Norways most funny, honest
and coolest country-gang.
They sound pro and tight, without a single bad song on the whole record.
5 out 6 points - Rock'n roll Engh, Rockeweb.com
Read the whole thing in norwegian here
- The production is delicious
and this almost smells like a soundtrack,
as if Tarantino is lurking in the shadows. If it were up to us,
Stories from Cactus Motel ought to be in every household.
5 out 6 points - Trond Svendsen, Hamar Arbeiderblad
Read the whole thing in norwegian here
- The Men They Couldn't Shave
are just splendid on this record,
and I got the feeling that they are quite an experience playing live.
Arild Rønsen, Puls.no
Read the whole thing in norwegian here
- If you are going to buy only
one country album this year,
this is an album you really should consider....
4 out 6 points- Kjell R. Hermansen, Glåmdalen
- It's easy to assosiate this
with Gram Parsons and the legendary "Sweethearts of the rodeo". The creativity is big, and there's fine arrangements and a wonderful
mystic and deserted mood that makes this album a very good one to listen to.
4 out 6 points - Jan Rudolf Pettersen, Romerikes Blad
Reviews for "42nd Street Electric Fox":
- The group impresses me with
good arrangements and a nostalgic sound.
5 out 6 points - Jan Rudolf Pettersen, Romerikes Blad
(Read
the whole thing in Norwegian).
- Groove,
feel and flow... Lean back and enjoy!.
4 out 6 points - Tine Stenbråten, Hamar Arbeiderblad
(Read
the whole thing in Norwegian).
- The band is becoming one of
the best bands in the area.
Reidar Venberget, Glåmdalen
- I can recommend this record if
you're going for a long ride in your car.
Stian Uldal, Musiq.no
- The band delivers many cool guitar licks,
and the resembelance to the Long Ryders is present on the record....
Dag Bøgeberg, Backstage
Article and review of 42nd Street in Romerikes Blad (in norwegian)
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