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Sick Boss: Businessless
BySo we are talking Fly Or Die-ish outside agitators. But there is a difference. When Schmidt's cranked-up axe dominates proceedings, as it frequently does, Sick Boss' sound becomes overwhelmingly rockist and decibelist, something Branch's acoustic band, despite its gritty latter-day post-production electronica, eschewed. By the same token, Branch's trumpet never got lost in the mix, while that of Sick Boss' JP Carter mostly does. Anyone who enjoys Raoul Bjorkenheim at his most confrontational is likely to feel at home.
The most interesting parts of Businessless, however, are those spotlighting violinist Josh Zubot and cellist Peggy Lee. The pair, working in tandem, shine on "Doctor Dawn" and even more brightly so on "When Buzzards Leave The Bones," where they are joined by bassist James Meger in a memorable arco romp. Personal opinion: Less high-decibel guitar and more high-interest strings would make for a more singular sound.
Track Listing
Useless Genius 1; When The Buzzards Leave The Bones; Useless Genius 2; Doctor Dawn; Useless Genius 3; CJ Blues.
Personnel
Cole Schmidt
guitarPeggy Lee (cellist)
celloJosh Zubot
violinJP Carter
trumpetJames Meger
bass, acousticDan Gaucher
drumsAdditional Instrumentation
James Meger: bass, synths.
Album information
Title: Businessless | Year Released: 2024 | Record Label: Drip Audio
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