What makes the second record stand up so well is that, rather than succumbing to the temptation of rehashing the same sound, the band has pushed themselves into new musical areas. And as a consequence of taking this risk, there’s a raw edginess on the new album not present on the debut.
Review
There are bound to be some varied and strong opinions about this EP but, whatever you think, it is certainly refreshing that an artist is capable of surprising us.
Vaudeville is more of an event than a record; from beginning to end, it provides dramaturgical moments and plot-driven songs.
Dallas, Jeff and Josh, along with an army of lovers, have committed to doing good deeds and paying them forward.
The band have a reputation for their powerful, spirited live shows; translating this trademark energy onto a recording must have been quite a challenge, but Love Army does the job with aplomb.
Along with a polished and poignant set of songs, Prass’ great asset is her fresh, affecting voice that has a touch Kate Bush or Tori Amos, while channelling those great songstresses of the seventies.
If you like your films episodic, dark, quirky and delightfully peculiar, this one is for you.
Having had careers spanning decades, the genuine happiness radiating from both performers was heartening; their energy was reminiscent of young stars taking to an arena gig for the first time, but their skill was far from novice.
Bruce took us through a short and sweet set of favourites, mostly from Alive III and Revenge. (If you’re a KISS fan, you’ll know that this album is over 20 years old now – it was released in 1993 and went gold in 1994.)
High energy, full volume larrikinism is on offer… Seth Sentry plays again tonight in Adelaide at The Gov. Tickets may still be available but hurry, the show is likely to sell out.
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