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72 of 79 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
As showcased on Rockstar INXS Marty Casey has a big rock voice. In fact though I am willing to concede that JD was the right choice to try and fill role as lead singer for INXS it was Marty along with Mig who were my favorites on the show.
Marty impressed with his renditions of songs with a bit of an edge such as Lithium.... Creep..... I Alone and Mr. Brightside and also showed he can put away the scream with a subtle version of Pink Floyd's Wish you were here.
Here along with his band the Lovehammer's Marty continues in a similar vein. Though he dosn't really need to let his voice out at full throttle as he has terrific control and range he lets himself go with abandon on numerous occasions which can sometimes distract from the song.
The Lovehammer's are a more than adapt foil for Mr.Casey and togther the quartet are part The Calling, part Nickleback, part Puddle of Mudd and a little bit Foo.
There's plenty to like in the songs as well....
Casualty starts like a lower tempo power ballad and morphs into something loud and brash for the chorus with a killer backbeat
Soaring guitars lead into Hold On which is an upbeat rocker
Trees would be familiar to viewers of Rockstar though here it has been polished, stripped off and is less manic than the previous music. It's still corny, quirky and catchy as hell
Rain on the Brain may be a less than stellar title but the song has a good feel to it and is strung togther by some tight work on the keyboard
The Tunnel is more of a balls out rocker with the repeat chorus and heavy work on the skin and bass
Eyes cant see is another ballady song that amps up for the chorus and another example where Marty could probably get away without the screams. That being said Eyes is one of the best songs on the album
Another strong song follows with the Riddle which is almost pop and is up there with trees in the catchy song stakes with the 'dare you not to bounce' chourus.
The Clinic starts off like a Puddle of Mudd song with a Nickelback chorus it gets a bit heavyhanded in the middle but Marty puts his guts into getting the most his voice will allow...he could make a great death metal album if he were so inclined
Call of distress is another rocker and has a soaring hook in the chorus
Straight as an arrrow starts of as feedback and then dueling fast guitars battle it out between either side of the stereo and from there it is straight ahead rock
Clouds is perhaps the mellowest song on the album and a perfect closer. It also serves as the perfect example of why Marty does not need the screams. It showcases what a fine singing voice he has when he does sing. Clouds is a great ballad and for mine it just edges out Eyes cant see,Trees and Casualty as best song on the album.
Marty impressed with his renditions of songs with a bit of an edge such as Lithium.... Creep..... I Alone and Mr. Brightside and also showed he can put away the scream with a subtle version of Pink Floyd's Wish you were here.
Here along with his band the Lovehammer's Marty continues in a similar vein. Though he dosn't really need to let his voice out at full throttle as he has terrific control and range he lets himself go with abandon on numerous occasions which can sometimes distract from the song.
The Lovehammer's are a more than adapt foil for Mr.Casey and togther the quartet are part The Calling, part Nickleback, part Puddle of Mudd and a little bit Foo.
There's plenty to like in the songs as well....
Casualty starts like a lower tempo power ballad and morphs into something loud and brash for the chorus with a killer backbeat
Soaring guitars lead into Hold On which is an upbeat rocker
Trees would be familiar to viewers of Rockstar though here it has been polished, stripped off and is less manic than the previous music. It's still corny, quirky and catchy as hell
Rain on the Brain may be a less than stellar title but the song has a good feel to it and is strung togther by some tight work on the keyboard
The Tunnel is more of a balls out rocker with the repeat chorus and heavy work on the skin and bass
Eyes cant see is another ballady song that amps up for the chorus and another example where Marty could probably get away without the screams. That being said Eyes is one of the best songs on the album
Another strong song follows with the Riddle which is almost pop and is up there with trees in the catchy song stakes with the 'dare you not to bounce' chourus.
The Clinic starts off like a Puddle of Mudd song with a Nickelback chorus it gets a bit heavyhanded in the middle but Marty puts his guts into getting the most his voice will allow...he could make a great death metal album if he were so inclined
Call of distress is another rocker and has a soaring hook in the chorus
Straight as an arrrow starts of as feedback and then dueling fast guitars battle it out between either side of the stereo and from there it is straight ahead rock
Clouds is perhaps the mellowest song on the album and a perfect closer. It also serves as the perfect example of why Marty does not need the screams. It showcases what a fine singing voice he has when he does sing. Clouds is a great ballad and for mine it just edges out Eyes cant see,Trees and Casualty as best song on the album.
29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Although they are essentially a live band (and WHAT a live band, those who have been to their concerts or, like yours truly, saw the LIVE/RAW video know it) and have been around for at least a decade, the new LoveHammers are great on CD Too. If you loved the renaissance 90s rock, they will win your heart, soul and ears... This is Hearty, Solid ROCK AND ROLL (Not neopunk, not post-dance, not rock-rap, electronika and all the bleeping labels people give music today..)They were my greatest discovery of 2005 and have absolutely nothing in common with the hordes of overproduced, carbon-copy so called rock bands of today. Give them a chance: This is the nitty gritty, this is The Real Deal!!!!!!
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This CD is only the tip of the iceberg as to what Lovehammers are all about. They have potentially 40 #1 hits already floating around from their previous unsigned CDs and Internet downloads and streams! When have you ever heard of a band starting out with so much quality, with a back catalog that even the newest fans are clamoring for? Fans want their favorite versions of some of these songs (believe me there are several versions of each--all of them great and distinctive--of every song these guys have done!!) Why, the band is still making new versions of their songs on the fly as they are interviewed while touring with INXS! Fans posting on martycasey.org have reported their toddlers rocking out with Marty and knowing him by name!
Take it from an old hippie who knows how to rock: this *is* the real deal. I personally have been up until 2:00am, dancing around the house with Marty, Dino, Billy and Bobby blasting the speakers out. Can't rave enough. This CD *will* be platinum in no time, with probably another two or three coming out just to keep us from storming the record company..
Take it from an old hippie who knows how to rock: this *is* the real deal. I personally have been up until 2:00am, dancing around the house with Marty, Dino, Billy and Bobby blasting the speakers out. Can't rave enough. This CD *will* be platinum in no time, with probably another two or three coming out just to keep us from storming the record company..
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Not to be missed!
For anyone in their 30's this is not to be missed. Great rock tracks that incorporate sounds of our youth! Read more
Published on December 30, 2008 by S. Saltzman
Marty Rocks
I'm from South Africa and I saw Marty perform on Rockstar INXS. Even though he did not win, he is still a star! He is better off doing his own thing than singing with INXS anyway. Read more
Published on January 23, 2008 by W. Fletcher
Marty Casey and the Lovehammers
I liked this CD the very first time I listened to it, which is unusual for me. If you liked Marty Casey from the TV show INXS, you will really enjoy this CD, which shows his many... Read more
Published on November 18, 2007 by Jane
Awesome
If you enjoyed Marty on "Rockstar" you will love this CD. I loved almost every song on the CD right away!
Published on September 18, 2007 by jess
Love it, love it, love it!!!
I fell in love with Marty on Rockstar and this album didn't disappoint me. Of course, getting "Trees" alone is a reason to buy but the rest is as original and memorable. Read more
Published on August 22, 2007 by PJ
just flat out overrated
This album is more than a tad overrated. I actually considered giving the review one star just to drag the average rating down as much as I could. Read more
Published on August 16, 2007 by D. Vishnesky
Marty Rules!!
This is an awesome CD. Every one of the songs is a unique & very catchy rock song. I'll have several of the songs stuck in my mind for days after listening to this CD. Read more
Published on May 14, 2007 by Heart fan since Dreamboat Annie
GREAT
"Marty Casey & Lovehammers" is a GREAT cd. Every song has a strong presence. Lovehammers have a unique quality that puts them above all others. Read more
Published on March 31, 2007 by external now
Very Good
I loved Marty on Rock Star INXS and thought he should've won so had to have his CD. While not really my style of music, I really enjoyed it. He has an excellent voice. Read more
Published on February 27, 2007 by Sandra L. Cordner
Marty Casey and Lovehammers
Not bad; Marty's voice is strong and band is good too
Published on January 9, 2007 by D. Hamilton
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