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May 15, 2007
Refreshing record
I must admit to not knowing anything about Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers, but when a copy of the album No More Beautiful World crossed my desk I knew there had to be more to this band.
After all, how many unknown bands have such impressive packaging, as well as a bonus 80-minute DVD?
It turns out Clyne was the voice of The Refreshments, which had a minor hit in the '90s with the song "Banditos" from the album Fizzy Fuzzy Big & Buzzy, in addition to recording that twangy theme song for the animated "King of the Hill."
Anyway, I'm extremely glad I gave the disc a listen as it soon became one of those CDs I couldn't bring myself to take out of my car's stereo. From the uplifting opener, "Hello New Day," to the reggae-tinged "Bottom of the Bay," this is acoustic-based rock at its best.
Clyne's southwestern roots make appearances throughout, most notably on the song "Andale," and he's quite adriot at turning a phrase, a talent that, to me, can't be overlooked.
Not only do I love this album, but it's led me to go back into my CD collection and dig out Fizzy Fuzzy Big & Buzzy and its follow-up, The Bottle & Fresh Horses.
You can find out more about Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers at www.azpeacemakers.com.
It was while browsing that site that I discovered the Clyne will be in Connecticut on July 24 at The Red Door in Watertown and I plan on making the trip north to check out the show. If you're interested, call the Red Door at (860) 945-6688.
Posted by Sean on May 15, 2007 7:35 PM
