Calm Right Down:Lockgroove

Title: Calm Right Down

Label: SRK

Genre: Drone Pop

Rating: 6 of 7

WAIT!!! Before you put this CD down because of the horrible band name, take a second to read this review. Despite having what may be the worst band name in history, Lockgroove creates a very well performed combination of catchy psychedelic pop, space rock and drone rock. Headed by brothers Martin (drums) and Ryan (guitar/vocals) Rex, the band which hails from Massachusetts has meticulously written and recorded songs that usually start very mellow, but almost always pick up into some sort of drug-induced pop break down (see #3, 4 and 5). The final track is the only exception, where they completely rock out on a 9 minute epic post-rock screamfest. The band is rounded out by guitarist Adam Brilla and bassist/vocalist Dave Doom who each bring individual attention to their respect instruments. I could see comparisons to Mogwai or Spiritualized, but neither of those bands bring the addition of 70s drug-induced psychedelic pop to the mix, which is really a damn shame. Lockgroove surprised me, and it probably will surprise you as well… and if you get a chance, drop them an e-mail begging for a name change.

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