Cinema, Cinema - "Exile Baby" (Digitone)

When you hear the name Cinema Cinema you either think of something poppy, or something pretty epic, and somehow the  band manages to be equal parts of both. They’re certainly not Fall Out Boy, nor are they Man’O’War, but they manage to blur plenty of lines.

Exile Baby, the band’s first full length album, contains a wide variety of sounds, certainly more diverse then most of the indie bands coming out of Brooklyn. One thing that is consistent is that this album rocks. Throughout, the band employs plenty of effects, serious guitar work, drums and various other instruments. It’s impressive how much noise this two-piece can make. The tracks vary wildly, from a grunge-infused rocker, to some punk, and things even get a bit poppy at moments.

Overall, Exile Baby is a good album—though not the sort of album which many would find themselves giving repeat listens to. There are a number of different sounds, and many of the songs might not appeal to all tastes—but if you’re feeling eclectic, then Exile Baby deserves a listen.


Record Label: Digitone
Release Date: 11/25/08

-TJ Olsen

 

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