Burton L.
"Spy Life" CDR
Omega Point Records
Genre: synth-pop, electro punk
Omega Point
4707 N. Springfield, 2F
Chicago, IL 60625
USA
April 2006 |
This is a pretty standard Omega Point release. The self-proclaimed
"independent electro punk" label, responsible for numerous
Monster-0, Mystechs, and Avenpitch albums, has
another one with Burton L. Somewhat more melodic than some of
the label's releases, Spy Life is a thirteen song romp through
electronic pop, techno-punk, and even a bit of funky hip-hop-esque
stuff. The marriage between acoustic guitars and electronic beats (not
dissimilar from some Notwist material) works very nicely on the
instantly memorable "Need" and "Spy Life." The more electronic synth-pop
stuff like "It's So Easy (To Love You)" and "Planet Kid" also really
works, using nice melodies and warm atmospheres to produce a really
great feel. Meanwhile, unique tunes like the strangely Roni Size-esque
"Soft To A Dead Man" and creepy "Can't Breathe"
also contribute to the fun. It's only
the more abrasive tracks (alt. rock-y "Maze," electro-punk "Real Ize")
that wear out their welcome, and most of these seem to be concentrated
near the end of the record. Overall, I enjoyed Spy Life quite a
bit - aside from the blips near the album's end, I'm very impressed.
MP3s (from omegapointrecords.com):
Groggy,
Maze
83%
Matt Shimmer
[Vitals: 13 tracks, distributed by
the label, released 2004] |
