98 to 1

Heroes of the Alamo | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 1, 2002)
• Original Release Date: May 1, 2002
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Heroes of the Alamo
• ASIN: B000067P3F
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,782,214 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Debut Album, July 10, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: 98 to 1 (Audio CD)

The "Heroes'" have been on the NYC music scene for a few years, and I have eagerly awaited this CD's release. It was worth the wait....it covers some of my favourite songs from them, including the slower, lyrical "Elements," to the driving energy of "Navigator" and "That Kind of Girl". This band has a unique sound while relying on traditional rock band components....solid bass and drumming, guitar licks with tube-amp warmth and crunch, and the gritty yet unwavering bellows of Dave Makuen. The lyrics are intelligent without ever being condescending or pretentious...they don't take themselves too seriously (look at their name). I hate labeling new bands, so I won't, but I will say that if you like old REM or the Pixies, The Strokes, or even Weezer, you will be very pleased with this purchase.

5.0 out of 5 stars For true music fans not tired of listening to good music, January 14, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: 98 to 1 (Audio CD)

I was introduced to The Heroes of the Alamo by a friend and discovered them as a great, great live band. If you're ever in the NYC area you'd really do yourself a favor by catching one of their sets, you won't be disappointed. I was pleasantly surprised to find "98 to 1," their cryptically titled first studio album captures much of the energy of their live performances, and it's an excellent and welcome addition to my collection. For those who haven't hear them live, The Heroes's music defies simple categorization as anything like "roots rock," "punk," or "alternative" (whatever that means these days). At times lyrically aggressive, at other times quiet and laid back the tight delivery and production adds up to simply good music that you haven't heard before, played by talented musicians with intensity and heart. For me, some of the stand out songs on this album are "Elements," "Navigator" and "Gavin's Perambulator." While "Elements" has a slower tempo, the energy in Dave Makuen's vocals is palpable. That's probably my favorite song, if I had to pick just one. But if you want just basic old fashioned fast paced [intensity], then try "Navigator" or "Gavin's Perambulator." These songs, along with the others on this album that have great drums, bass and guitar are just plain fun, and just plain excellent. Buy it! I guarantee you'll want go see them live and like me will be eagerly awaiting their next album.