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Deep C Divers We’re All Americans Review by Gary Hill This is quite an interesting set. In a lot of ways each song here feels like it could have come from an entirely different album, if not a different band. Somehow, though, it all manages to work well together. That's impressive. These guys play a form of alternative rock. However, it's a variant that draws from so many different schools of sound that they never sound redundant. This review is available in book (paperback and hardcover) in Music Street Journal: 2019 Volume 4. More information and purchase links can be found at: garyhillauthor.com/Music-Street-Journal-2019.

Track by Track Review

My Luv Bits of clean guitar work over rhythmic elements as this open. The cut turns out into a pretty mainstream alternative rock cut. This is accessible and solid. There is a cool keyboard and vocal drop down at the end.

In the Bubble More of a rocker, there is a real new wave sound to this thing. I reminds to a large degree of early Cars. It has a great energy and fiery rocking sound.

It’s No Secret This cut seems to merge a pop rock vibe with hints of R&B and a healthy helping of reggae. One of the most effective tunes here, this has a real timeless and classic feeling to it.

We’re All Americans The bass brings this into being. The cut fires out as a seriously punky, hard rocking tune. It's a powerhouse that has some topical lyrics. This is a standout song. The vocal delivery on this is angry. I can make out some hints of something like Midnight Oil on this in some ways.

Livin My Life This number lands more fully in the alternative rock zone. It is another accessible cut. It's also another standout. I love the guitar work on this thing, and the energy is great.

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