Head Full of Pills

Valis (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 21, 2005)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Small Stone Records
• ASIN: B0002QO45Y
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #451,165 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Say what you will about VALIS...just as long as you can do it without using the words "trees" or "screaming" because Van Conner has stepped out of the shadows in what can only be described as a total reinvention of self. With a thundering, explosive rhythm section and equally searing guitar licks, VALIS treads familiar ground with their heavy, riff-laden rawk but brings something new to the table with an incredible enthusiasm and lust that have been somewhat lacking among other survivors of post-grunge Seattle.

Formed in the basement of Mudhoney drummer Dan Peters back in 1996, VALIS began as a casual side project for Conner and Peters along with Patrick Conner (Kitty Kitty) and Kurt Danielson (Tad). By 1998, they had released their first record, a split release on Frank Kozik’s Man’s Ruin. All veterans of the Northwest scene, the boys began paying their dues, sharing bills with Fu Manchu and Queens Of The Stone Age. Producer Wes Weresch officially joined as VALIS’ resident Eno figure, adding theremin and an array of sound-producing gadgets to their sonic arsenal. Danielson left for parts unknown, making way for Adrian Makins to add his considerable skills to the mix. And finally, VALIS found a new home right here in the U.S. After inspiring countless bands and sub-genres, Van Conner has come back to the music that inspired him in the first place: rock’n’roll. Head Full Of Pills features the kind of strong songwriting and guttural psychedelic rock that could revitalize the Northwest’s once-supreme rock dynasty.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars Valis hits home run again!, November 9, 2008

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Jason A. Busby "Beelzabusby" (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Head Full of Pills (Audio CD)

Although Valis' second album "Head Full of Pills" isn't as good as their first one, it's still a great hard rockin' album. They keep their signature sound alive with heavy riffs and great lyrics throughout the entire album.

1 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best records of all time., October 4, 2004

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Jill K. Conner "VALIS HEAD" (Stanwood, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Head Full of Pills (Audio CD)

I suggest you buy this cd as soon as possible!