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3sum


Country of origin:

U.S.

Type of music generally:

Alternative rock

Status:

Most recent (and possibly only) release, perverted pictures ep (2002)

See also:

3sum's Facebook page

3Sum's Instagram page

Comparisons:

70s hard rock bands, Mary's Danish, Veruca Salt

Covers/own material:

Own

General comments:

See album comments below

Recommended first album:

perverted pictures ep is their debut recording

Recordings:

perverted pictures ep

perverted pictures ep

Release info:

2002—S&M Productions—SMD2002-1

Availability:

Unknown

Ecto priority:

Recommended for fans of heavier rock

Group members:

Sharon Giarratano—bass, vocals
Mark Wheeler—guitar
Damien Smith—drums

Produced by:

S&M Productions

Comments:

The wailing guitar at the start of this EP sets the tone for this hard-rocking set of songs. Singer Sharon Giarrantano has a voice equal to the retro hard-70s rock setting of the first two tracks. The third, "13 Years," mixes a slightly lighter rock verse with a harder chorus, which somehow has the effect of a more indie rock sound, somewhat like Mary's Danish and Veruca Salt. The lyrics are definitely informed by the Riot Grrl movement. The title track, probably my favourite here, is distinctively mournful and her vocals and lyrics are front and center. Overall, an intriguing beginning, especially for fans of 70s rock who want to hear that sound updated. (sophiagurley@hotmail.com)


Thanks to Sophia Gurley for work on this entry.

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