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American Folk Horror

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If you like loud music with discordant tones, hypnotic beats and nimble fingers all over the strings, you'll probably love this album. Though I don't care much for loud, these guys can make music - not just noise. I often couldn't understand the words to the songs, but as the guys tell me, "It's probably better that way." Federation X is a great group of guys who love to make music, and you'll probably listen to their music over and over.
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From the slow, tantalizing introduction of "Hatchetman" to the hardcore groove of "Charlie Jackie Freedom Pride" this is one stellar CD. The two guitars exchange rhythm and lead and grind out a thick, juicy sound while the drums are a perpetual cannon in the background. The end result is a wall of sound that brings back intense memories of Karp. This band sweats and yells, grinds and rocks, digs depp with-in themselves for that list bit to give the listener. I've had the pleasure of seeing these freaks live, and this release captures both their raw power and tonal qualities. If only it included the crowd jumping, girations, and insane wails of the drummer with it. If you love hard, in your face, solid, rippin' rock n'roll you surely won't be dissapointed. You'll probably find yourself playing it again and again for its incredible power! Fed X rocks!

Fans of everyone from the Jesus Lizard to freakin' Son House take note: These Washington-state natives redefine the antiquated notion of the "power trio." Think of the White Stripes with far more balls and thicker, dirtier intentions. "American Folk Horror" would have redefined music had Sub Pop released it 'round 1992.

This is an amazing ep/album that I've recently rediscovered! It's caused many solo air guitar sessions, I have to admit. Every song is a winner from the great build up in "Hatchetmen" to the all out ear drum burster that is "Moose Blood." Many of these songs stray away from traditional structions and veer into extended jams, which never gets boring in the least. Federation X have a huge powerful southern garage thing going on that brings to mind the live power of The Cherry Valence (if only they could get the sound right in the studio like FedX have!) Do yourself a favor and pick this record up. THeir later records are great as well, but I think this is their best sofar.

Straight up, in your face, dark and dirty rock - n - roll. These guys rule. Period.