SOULFARM
Scream Of The Crop (Desert Rock)
Reviewed by Shaun Dale

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Soulfarm has harvested Scream Of The Crop from the jam band landscape, but they do it while transcending some of the stereotypes that implies. Certainly C Lanzbom has the guitar chops to take whatever improvisational flight he desires, and the songs he writes with bandmates Noah Chase (vocals, guitar) and Mark Ambrosino (drums, vocals) fit comfortably into the folk-rock vein favored by many of their jam band compatriots, but the songs are superior, as are their vocal harmonies. There are times when Scream Of The Crop is reminiscent of Crosby, Stills & Nash at their vintage best, in fact.

The sound is augmented by a variety of keyboardists, percussionists and bassists, and Perry Farrell shows up for a guest vocal shot on the last track, but no matter who helps, Lanzbom, Chase and Ambrosino carry the show with tight vocals, strong songs and creative play. This one should have strong appeal for fans new and old.

Track List:

Intro * The Ride * Shake Well * Holy Brother * Let The Wheels Roll * Something Special * Why Must We Wait * Scream * I Will Find You * Ain't We All * Sweet Smile * Listen To You * I Don't Mind * From This Day On

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