The Mars Volta use anything near them in their “experimental rock” approach… like soaking At The Drive-In’s explosive songs in every effects pedal made.
Westerberg’s new album is made up of two discs, Stereo, and Mono. The former is earnest, well-crafted melodic rock. Mono is noisy and fun, punky pop rock.
Bad ass pop songs played with a NY deli helping of elbow grease. Outstanding singing (shared between all three members) on top of substantial crunch and boom.
Their best moments are when they rip, tear and smash with wild abandon, making the chaos work for them, and when they break it down, it’s almost scary.