Tone DogsCountry of origin:U.S. Type of music generally:Alternative, experimental rock Status:Final release, The Early Middle Years (1992) See also:Band member, Amy Denio's site Comparisons:Like Amy Denio's solo work and Caveman Shoestore Covers/own material:Own, occasional traditional tune, occasional covers General comments:A seminal experimental rock group—formed the basis of a lot of other sounds and bands. Recommended first album:Either Recordings:
The Early Middle YearsRelease info:1992—Soleilmoon Recordings—SOL 10 CD Availability:Out of print but can still be found in used disc stores in the northwest U.S. Ecto priority:Highly recommended for anyone interested in experimental rock Group members:Fred Chalenor—guitar, 5-string bass, kurzweil, vocals Produced by:The Tone Dogs and Drew Canulette Comments:A mix of unusual sounds with straightahead rock. Highly effective, as the musicians are too in control to let it turn into wanking. It's always wailing the fine edge of melody, never entirely drifting into cacophany. Their song "(When Bush Was Head Of The) CIA" is brilliant, but you'll love their wild version of "Spanish Eyes", and "Mr. Awfully Nice" which breaks into The Beatles' "She Loves You", too. Inspired madness. (Neile) |
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