Obits

Add Date: March 17

Artist: Obits

Album: I Blame You

Label: Sub Pop

Genre: Rock

Comments: In describing their sound, Obits frontman Rick Froberg (Pitchfork, Hot Snakes) said “We’re not into innovation as a band”. Fair enough, because Brooklyn-based Obits do an excellent job of creating a call-it-what-it-is rock record. Helpful promotional sheet says—“On I Blame You Obits take apart and reassemble the genre’s traditions, raving up the ‘30s-era blues standard “Milk Cow Blues”, group vocalizing on a Motown-y mid-tempo ballad (“Back and Forth”), bopping through bass-driven rockers (“Two-Headed Coin”), taking surf-y riffs for a burning-rubber spin (“Pine On”). And it’s all done with a palpable, genuine sense of fun throughout.” To keep with the trend of shooting straight—I agree. Start with tracks 4, 6, 8 and 12.