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Tracklist |
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1. Doraneko no Blues
2. Fuusha
3. Doronuma de Dance
4. Kyuu Kyuu Ressha
5. Kasa no Shita
6. Yoru e Drive
7. Surechigai Doori
8. Sweet Soul Music
9. Sakamichi Darake no Machi de
10. Hiru Sagari |
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Review |
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Samurai Delicatessen Band's freshman effort, Doronuma de Dance, hits most of the right notes. The album's blues inspired rock runs the gambit of straight forward rock n' roll to California rock, with crisp vocals, classic guitar solos, soulful basslines, and vintage beats, nailing these classic retro sounds.
"Doraneko no Blues," the first track from the album, opens with an obligatory guitar intro and immediately breaks into driving beats and swinging guitar. This first introduction to Samurai Delicatessen Band, though satisfying, pales in comparison to the next three songs on the album. Showing a range of depth, "Fuusha's" blues riffs, "Doronuma de Dance's" rock n' roll lead, and "Kyuu Kyuu Ressha's" '70s rock twang all highlight the band's outstanding guitar work and retro style, the latter being one of the standout tracks from the album.
"Kyuu Kyuu Ressha" is reminiscent of pre-Eagles California rock with a modern feel. It's reverberating guitar solos, complete with bongos, will satisfy even the most hardcore classic rock fans. It is followed by the lesser inspired "Kasa no Shita's" soulful bass and guitar, which seems to drag, but highlights Yuda Takeaki's vocals well. Despite this, Doronuma de Dance continues to rock with two more stand-alone tracks, "Yoru e Drive's" straight rock n' roll, and "Surechigai Doori's" soulful rock and girl-group backup vocals. Then stumbles with the catchy, yet unremarkable, "Sweet soul music" and "Sakamichi Darake no Machi de."
Although not perfect, Doronuma de Dance showcases Samurai Delicatessen Band's strong instrumentals and vocals, making for a solid first album. While reminiscent of the early days of rock n 'roll, it is firmly planted in the present, with original song-writing and accomplished instrumentals. The strength behind this debut makes me look forward to what this band may release in the future with much anticipation. |
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