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Bang Camaro II

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I'm from the Boston area and I discovered Bang Camaro through local radio, which is a great source for artists looking to take flight. But you? You may have heard them in one of several video games which feature their songs, take Guitar Hero or Rock Band for instance. This is a band consisting of a minimum of two guitarists, a bass player, a drummer, and a variable gathering of "lead singers" ranging from four to upwards of a dozen (there are fourteen faces in Bang Camaro II's liner notes, mind you). As a whole, the band is a conglomerate of members of other bands, and historically they have even auditioned singers to join them on stage for shows on the road.

Alex Necochea, co-founder, labels the band anthem rock. I might add arena rock on top of that, even though anthem rock essentially says it all. Without all the singers, Bang Camaro probably wouldn't be able to pull off the sound they're going for. Enter a wicked vibe with everyone singing their faces off. There are far too many influences of their's to list, but I would compare them to your typical 80's rock band, but with a multitude of singers, of course. It's a rockin' sound you really need to appreciate for yourself.

Bang Camaro already have an album under their belt, which is self-titled and has a tone of something to prove... perhaps claiming, "Yeah, we will be awesome." Bang Camaro II offers what a lot of sophomore efforts unfortunately don't - more of the same. With a chorus of singers and so many members in the mix, they have successfully taken flight and Bang Camaro II is a great sequel. We get more of the same in songs riddled with guitar solos and just a collection of fun, single-worthy songs in general. I imagine they find difficulty choosing which songs to perform live because just about every one of them is commendable.

With guitars and melodies being the focal point of the music, they've done one thing different this time around. They've incorporated an instrumental bass solo, "Thunderclap," much like that of Cliff Burton's "Pulling Teeth" bass solo off Metallica's Kill 'Em All. Do something different for yourself - put Guitar Hero aside and get into some anthem rock.

Bang Camaro continues to show their spark as it's easy to see in their new album "Bang Camaro II". Sticking to their unconventional way of vocalizing, this album was also created with the use of about 20 singers such as in the first. They have improved their skills and neither song on the album gives you the impression that they are starting to decline in their ability to keep their edge.

This is overall a great album that includes a revised edition of "I Know You Like My Band" from the first album as well as an instrumental song known as "Thunderclap" where they truly show their capability of handling their instruments involving possibly one of the greatest bass riffs going on in the background.

Speed metal meets the Village People best describes this Boston band with ten plus, yes ten plus! lead singers. Easily dismissed as a novelty act, Bang Camaro delivers the full metal experience with dueling guitars, pulsating rythms and deafening drums. Watching the band is more than a little amusing with so much testosterone competing for attention. This band is destine to implode before they ever make it, but these dudes can have a blast until then.

Bang Camaro returns with the follow up to their self titled first album. This time they offer more lyrics, more vocal harmonizing, more catchy guitar riffs, and even more testosterone driven fun! I can't recommend this band enough to people into hard rock, anthem rock, or arena rock.

This is a great second album by Bang Camaro! After the popularity which came with Lady Lightning and the first cd, Bang Camaro keeps things going with this release. You should really give this cd (and the first one if you haven't already) some time. Both cds offer memorable riffs and lyrics which make me want to keep coming back for more!

My copy that I ordered from an Amazon seller...just arrived yesterday...and I can't stop listening to it!! this CD is just exactly what rock music should be EVERYWHERE!! Bang Camaro is Awesome!! and this CD absolutely kicks butt!! I highly recommend that you buy this CD immediately!! you won't be able to stop listening to either!!

I wasn't sure what to expect from Bang Camaro. I liked the song "Night Lies" from the Rock Band 2 game, and enjoyed their throwback `80s rock sound, so I decided to give the band's second album a shot.

Bang Camaro is very much a retro rock band, sounding like equal parts KISS and Motley Crue. The twist is that the band employs upwards of 20 "lead singers." It's almost never a single vocalist singing. It's an interesting approach, and it works in small doses like the "Night Lies" single and "Can't Stop the Night," which is set up for that vocal approach, but a full album in that style really tested my patience. I wanted to like it, but it just got to be too annoying after a few songs.

It has its moments, but I just didn't enjoy Bang Camaro II enough to recommend it very highly. I'd encourage `80's minded rock fans to give them a try though. Listen to some samples and if the vocals don't bother you then you'll probably like the album.

A decent second album that falls short of the expectations after their impressive debut.