Sugartooth

The Sounds of Solid (DGC)
by Rowan-Morrison

Just when you thought the Super Sounds of the ’70s CD was the only disc that pandered to the dazed and confused burn-outs of the lava lamp generation, Sugartooth steps into the ring. Although they compare themselves to Sabbath, they’re closer to Jethro Tull, especially on “Booty Street.” In order to combat the retro tag, they’ve enlisted the Dust Brothers – best known for producing Beck’s Odelay – but beyond the trailer parks, Sugartooth probably won’t get played on even one turntable. In addition to the slick production, Sugartooth infiltrate their grooves with some electronica staples, in the form of subtle breakbeats and loops. Unfortunately, these trendy acts of modern day augmentation are lost beneath the nostalgic riffs and Marc Hutner’s flashback throatwork. If you want to hear the ’70s with a ’90s upgrade, opt for Foreskin 500, or if you want some ’90s bands doing ’70s music, think Big Chief and Uncle Joe’s Big Ol’ Driver. Hey man, we just want to get loaded.