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5.0 out of 5 stars
THEY SHOULD BE GIANTS, January 23, 2001
This review is from: Up With People (Audio CD)
I can understand why these guys have not found mass success. They're far too good to go up that road. But I'm baffled why Ward Dotson & Company have not garnered any more ink in alternative circles.
On the Liquor Giants' first (now OOP) album seven years ago, they were the missing link between Alex Chilton and The Replacements. They have since evolved into a group that has displayed originality even as it wears its 60's influences on its sleeve. Having since covered songs by mid-period Kinks, the Bobby Fuller 4, Del Shannon and Dusty Springfield among others, the Giants on their latest create layered songs that conjure up Brian Wilson, The Move, UK flowerpop and even T. Rex without sounding the least bit derivative. Treat yourself to some original beautifully-crafted three minute poptunes.
And for God's sake, someone release this in the United States!
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