CADILLAC BLINDSIDE
These Liquid Lungs (Fueled By Ramen)
Reviewed by Jason Thornberry

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This album begins with a flurry of energy, smacking you in the face with a dry mix of some very vintage sounding drums, bass, and guitars. It feels like about 1983 until Jimmy Russell speaks up. This was a bit too catchy for compartmentalization among their 'core contemps.' The drumming is tight and concise, judicious - it's nice having the drums keep time for a change (concept!). One cheer each for Eric Olsen, Dave Gardner and Bryan Hanna for catching what's undoubtedly a compelling live band in the digital domain, where they'll be resting here in my stereo until I say they can leave.

8/10

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