After the demise of The Epoxies, one of the greatest New Wave bands, Roxy Epoxy decided to embark on a solo record that would go in a slightly different direction than what she did with The Epoxies. She started finishing several songs she had at different stages of completion. But upon doing so, she began working with various musicians on the record and, instead, decided to put together a new band. The new band's name is, aptly titled, Roxy Epoxy & The Rebound. And the album, Bandaids on Bullet Holes, which was released on March 10, is the result of this new endeavor.
Right off the bat, the album shows that it's much darker than anything Roxy Epoxy did with the Epoxies.
The album starts off a bit shaky,though, with "Walls." Although it starts off with amusing lyrics, it takes a drastic turn at 1:39 which changes the mood entirely. And, in my opinion, ruins the song by trying to be too Goth. Other less than stellar songs are "Dependence leads your fortune," "Fun," and "This Twist." The first is a combination of confusing lyrics and music that meanders about without any direction. The second and third songs have elementary-style lyrics and seem to just be filler on the album. Though, "Fun"'s lyrics are the stronger of the two. It gives us a look into the rigours of being in the music business, and she seems to question why she does it in the first place.
There are highlights on this album, though, and they're fairly strong songs. "The Spider and the leach" is a gritty song about a strange family. The Goth/New Wave-inspired track has one of the catchiest choruses on the album.
Another bright spot on the album which is in the same vein as "The Spider and the leach" is "Svengali," which is a tune about exactly what the title suggests, and it, too, has one of the catchiest choruses on the album. The spiraling sound on the guitar, the synthesizer, and the lyrics are what make the song one of the best on the album.
Another highlight, "Lola's Vision," is a track about being love-struck so badly that it seems that the world disappears and all that exists is the loved one. Like most of the album, it'll get you dancing from the start.
The strongest track on the album for my money, though, is "I Know I know." It's the best written song on the album, and it's the most radio friendly of any of the tracks on the album.
It's a New Wave/Indie-inspired track about love and if Roxy Epoxy & the Rebound were signed to a major label, I'm sure they'd get a top 10 hit off of the song.
It's that good.
The album closes with two punk tracks, "Unnamed," and "Watch me," both will get you dancing on the floor, particularly the former.
All in all, Roxy & The Rebound prove that the best music these days is not necessarily found on the biggest labels, or is shoved in your face 24/7.
But rather, you have to look for it.
Bandaids on Bullet Holes is a step forward and a natural progression in the genre that The Epoxies renewed interest in.
And although the music Roxy Epoxy performs on this record has slightly changed, it's still similar to what she did with the Epoxies.
It's safe to say that good New Wave music lives on with Roxy Epoxy & The Rebound. 4/5 stars
Right off the bat, the album shows that it's much darker than anything Roxy Epoxy did with the Epoxies.
The album starts off a bit shaky,though, with "Walls." Although it starts off with amusing lyrics, it takes a drastic turn at 1:39 which changes the mood entirely. And, in my opinion, ruins the song by trying to be too Goth. Other less than stellar songs are "Dependence leads your fortune," "Fun," and "This Twist." The first is a combination of confusing lyrics and music that meanders about without any direction. The second and third songs have elementary-style lyrics and seem to just be filler on the album. Though, "Fun"'s lyrics are the stronger of the two. It gives us a look into the rigours of being in the music business, and she seems to question why she does it in the first place.
There are highlights on this album, though, and they're fairly strong songs. "The Spider and the leach" is a gritty song about a strange family. The Goth/New Wave-inspired track has one of the catchiest choruses on the album.
Another bright spot on the album which is in the same vein as "The Spider and the leach" is "Svengali," which is a tune about exactly what the title suggests, and it, too, has one of the catchiest choruses on the album. The spiraling sound on the guitar, the synthesizer, and the lyrics are what make the song one of the best on the album.
Another highlight, "Lola's Vision," is a track about being love-struck so badly that it seems that the world disappears and all that exists is the loved one. Like most of the album, it'll get you dancing from the start.
The strongest track on the album for my money, though, is "I Know I know." It's the best written song on the album, and it's the most radio friendly of any of the tracks on the album.
It's a New Wave/Indie-inspired track about love and if Roxy Epoxy & the Rebound were signed to a major label, I'm sure they'd get a top 10 hit off of the song.
It's that good.
The album closes with two punk tracks, "Unnamed," and "Watch me," both will get you dancing on the floor, particularly the former.
All in all, Roxy & The Rebound prove that the best music these days is not necessarily found on the biggest labels, or is shoved in your face 24/7.
But rather, you have to look for it.
Bandaids on Bullet Holes is a step forward and a natural progression in the genre that The Epoxies renewed interest in.
And although the music Roxy Epoxy performs on this record has slightly changed, it's still similar to what she did with the Epoxies.
It's safe to say that good New Wave music lives on with Roxy Epoxy & The Rebound. 4/5 stars
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