Phil Dirt - Reverb Central - PO Box 1609, Felton, CA 95018-1609 USA The Detonators - Demo (stereo remix)
 | This is a stereo remix of the Detonators demo of last year. They promise that an album is on the way. The remix has really brought out the beauty and talent of the playing. |
Picks: For A Few Waves More, Pipeline, Mr. Moto, The Wedge, Penetration, Liquid Chaos, Tailspin
Track by Track Review
Surf (Instrumental)
A throbbing vibrato intro to "For A Few Dollars More" fakes you out with anticipation of a fine spaghetti western cover. Instead, what transpires is a liquid variation on the theme that's both original and yet borrows. "For A Few Waves More" is a very cool tune with a sensual melody line and whammy twang.
Surf (Instrumental)
A precision cover of thee surf archetype is warmly played and rhythmically arranged. While it doesn't fall far from the tree, it does convey that infectious chemistry so often invoked by those wonderful runs. The subtlety of this version is really powerful.
Surf (Instrumental)
Add whammy twang to the Belairs' seminal "Mr. Moto" and retain the warmth of the Packards incarnation of this root of all things surf, and you have a tuff and fun cover.
Surf (Instrumental)
This may be the first time I've heard "The Wedge" played at a very slow pace. Remarkably fluid and silky, at this speed, it takes on strong Spanish flavor. Completely endearing, it's refreshing to hear something new done with this hot instro. Liquid gold!
Surf (Instrumental)
The Pyramids' claim to fame is reverently delivered with friendly textures. The rhythm domination of "Penetration" is retained, and with more sustain, it is warmer and updated, without losing sight of the source. Quite nice.
Surf (Instrumental)
Verging on ominous, "Liquid Chaos" is driven by thick chords and edge. The long distortion notes ebb and flow like undertow about to take you under. Harmonics amplify the danger of this fluid and stormy surf epic.
Surf (Instrumental)
Los Straitjackets' circular "Tailspin" is happily and energetically power surfed with modern edge and a solid beat. This is a fiery cover, with an affective arrangement.