it's been awhile since I posted last. I have two excuses for that...one being that it's been hard to get the Blogger site to upload on my computer for some reason. The other is really no excuse...I just keep forgetting. But on to the more interesting aspects of life.



I just picked up an ALOHA cd. ($6 used, not bad) Self described as " a band that brings avant-garde in step with meaningful songwriting", ALOHA is far from being just another carbon copy. This cd, ("That's Your Fire") is full of bass, guitar, soft piano, fluid jazz runs, and lots of bells...And I have to admit that the xylophone-type sounds take some getting used to. But all in all, it's a pretty unique addition. And, in my humble opinion, they use it to their advantage. Every track is an exercise in sound, rythym, and speed, giving the album just enough diversity to be interesting, with out leaving the listener lost in the dust of some "post-rock" disaster. So, if you have the chance, check it out. They won't be for everyone, but it's always nice to get a taste of something different.



So now that I have indulged my compulsive desire to review, I am going to go enjoy the rest of my Sunday.

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