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The Roots of Power Pop – Review

February 1, 1997

Without these bands, it is unlikely we would have seen acts like Green Day, Presidents of the U.S.A, Weezer, Liz Phair, Matthew Sweet or even Nirvana.

Mystery Machine – 10 Speed – Review

April 1, 1996

Mystery Machine invites the listener in with thick, warm guitars – a welcome change from the usual beat-you-senseless approach.

Salt – with Local H, Mystery Machine at The Middle East Cafe – Review

April 1, 1996

Just about anyone can sound decent on a recording. Salt rocked the house and sounded as good live, if not even better, than they do on record.

Mystery Machine – with Local H, Salt at The Middle East Cafe – Review

April 1, 1996

The band played with a lot of energy, but their music was rather simplistic and repetitive.

Local H – with Salt, Mystery Machine at The Middle East Cafe – Review

April 1, 1996

They had a full sound and played in a variety of styles with nice dirty grooves and beautifully executed pregnant pauses. They even showcased a few ballads.