 Ticker
Tape Parade
"You're Causing A Scene"
CD
Sunset
Alliance
Genres: emo, indie rock
Sunset Alliance
PO Box 32048
Phoenix AZ 85275
May 26 - Jun 1 2003 |
Despite
only being around for a bit over 8 months, Ticker Tape Parade
have seen quite a bit of success. They've already got a spot on
the talented Sunset Alliance roster, and have been invited to tour
with the likes of No Knife, The Ataris, The Stereo,
and The Promise Ring. No small feat.
You're Causing a Scene is the band's debut EP, and it's a
good one. While it is certainly in vogue to hate emo, TTP
manage to make the genre seem slightly less embarrassing. While
there's still plenty of whiny vocals and those equally whiny guitars,
the melodies on this EP are very catchy, and if you aren't already hell-bent
on avoiding emo, then you'll probably pick up on the better sides of TTP's
sound. That isn't to say you'll like it, diegetupkidsdie74@hotmail.com,
but you probably won't find it as terrible as some of the other stuff out
there.
While a song like "Breathe; Repeat" can feel a bit lame
and complain-y, it is saved by its catchy chorus. And "Wish
I'd Fall" is the ultimate in whine, but its dark, almost
cinematic ambiance gives it a grand feel, neutralizing that unpleasant
crybaby aroma.
This EP won't change any minds. That's a given. But to
those noble few emo kids still around, you're going love this.
83%
Matt Shimmer [Vitals:
6 songs, distributed by the
label, released 2003] |
