The I's
Herbivore Blues
Review by Larry Toering
The band is led by S.I.D. Need, and features Jose Medeles (Breeders) on drums and Shannon Wade on bass and Glockenspiel. Based in the northwest, Need has roots in Texas. That is where blues and garage often meet, and they do here, intentionally or not. She has the right ingredients as she combines them with a few other genres that mold an original sound while keeping it grounded in traditions that suit the area.
This disc was done on eight-track and recorded and mixed by Wade. A fine job was done bringing out the ambience and keeping it even throughout, Pro Tools users take note. The northwest is the home of garage and has a long running blues scene as well. The I's fit into that market like a band in a velvet glove. Many influences are felt on this disc, from Chrissy Hynde to Lou Reed, and more. Feel the fun and the pain. It's filled with both great elements and excellent songwriting.
This review is available in book format (hardcover and paperback) in Music Street Journal: 2010 Volume 5 at lulu.com/strangesound.
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