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Ahh yes, it's another creature from the unremitting world of tribute
records. Glue Factory presents a tribute to The Pixies -- the
band that should've been plastered across every "alternative" radio
station in America, but were too early for the alt-rock invasion.
Where Is My Mind matches up some of the radio darlings of the
90's with some of college radio's indie-rock buzz bands. Tribute
records are like musical surgery, as each band attempts to transplant
its distinct sound into another band's art, producing a Frankenstein
of a tune with a dual personality. CD openers Eve 6 stumble through a lackluster rendition of "Allison" that is simply forgettable -- its lifeless form passes quietly through your ears. Reel Big Fish turn "Gigantic" into a dancy,
compressed track that doesn't move anything except your finger to the
"Next Track" button on your player. But fear not -- all is not lost, as
Weezer's patented fuzzed-out guitars create a version of "Velouria"
that sounds like a perfectly executed original. Superdrag rip through
"Wave of Mutilation" with surprising virulence, and Samiam apply vibrant
pop-punk to the classic "Here Comes Your Man." With appearances
by Promise Ring, The Get-Up Kids and Local H, there's enough
proficiency here to make the Pixies grin with satisfaction and rabid
fans nod their heads in harmonious agreement.
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