Eve To Adam make their debut with "Auburn Slip", and it's apparent that they have skill and talent beyond that of most rookie bands. The four New York transplants, led by the Greek-American Sassaris brothers, have a very polished hard rock sound that should appeal to those into bands like Tool, Creed and other modern alt-rock groups. Their music is not wholly original yet, and they are still finding themselves, but they have a sultry, emotional sound based on dramatic melodies and punchy riffs. Well produced by Sylvan Richardson Jr. and the band themselves, the record bounces back and forth from mysterious, laid back melodies that are almost Doors-like to crunchy, easy-to-get into riffs. Taki Sassaris' vocals have good range, venturing from low-key crooning to a hoarse shout. Often, though, the band relies on their formula too much and the result is that a lot of the material sounds rather samey by the end of the record. If you are looking for a hard rock record that's more than just nu-metal yelling and rapping but that doesn't lose its edge, "Auburn Slip" is a worthy purchase.

This review is available in book format (hardcover and paperback) in Music Street Journal: 2001 Year Book Volume 3 at  garyhillauthor.com/Music-Street-Journal-2001-and-2002.