So, I got to level 3 now and I decided to celebrate with a little CD review. I promise that this time, I won't bash the bands you like.

So, I got this CD "I Blame You" by the Obits. Upon first looking at the CD, I was suprised to find it's layout designed to mimic a vynl cover. It was quite cool, as it folded out so you could see the credits on the inside, and then you slid the disk out to find it in a protective cover. I imagine that the vynl itself probably looks exactly the same lol.

The CD opens up very well with the track "Widow of my Dreams"; a very riffy tune the tends to build up very well. It continues through and, although not all of the songs are memorable, many of them will have you humming and tapping your foot along with them. other standout tracks would be "Pine On" and "Two Headed Coin". I should also probably mention "Fake Kinkade" for it's rather interesting lyrics.

"I Blame You" is a release with attitude; however, Froberg's age grants him a sort of wisdom that most punk bands go on without. Evidence of this lies in songs like "Run" and "Fake Kinkade".

The few gripes I have against the album is that the energy is lost about midway through the CD. It either top lines and can't go any higher, or it just starts to bottom. Many people may also be disappointed with the album due to it's rather unimpressive line-up. That simply means that none of the songs have something new or inventive in them. Although they are fun to listen to, this album will not provide the entertainment for those looking for something new.

Because this is the debut of a new band (although the members have been through 6 bands already), we are allowed to cut them some slack. This album is not perfect; however, it is obviously paving the way to greener pastures.

peace,

-nick