Rock Kills Kid--Are You Nervous?

Imagine the reincarnation of a young Bono straggling into The Killers recording a record. Rename it all Rock Kills Kids and call the album "Are You Nervous?" and you’ve got a dancin’ good time.

Coming out of California, Rock Kills Kid is based around the vocal talent of Jeff Tucker who is remarkably similar to the mentioned Bono even before one reads the numerous reviews that cite his talents as such. The entire album has that rise-up-and-make-your-voices-heard feel to it, coupled with strong dance themes, such as a hard groovy bass line and ear dazzling effects. "Life’s A Bitch" in particular is hard to sit still to. The lyrics may not hold that much depth "Life is a real bitch / But we keep movin’ on / Life is a real bitch." Inspiration is to be looked for somewhere else, however the instrumentals are a dazzling mixture of electronic effects and standard rock gear. The bass guitar is a big player in the majority of the songs, as most being with a funk bass solo.

The vocals are the most strong though, not because of the words that Tucker is singing, but how he sings. Its just normal enough not to offend the ear, but still holds enough uniqueness to get your attention. Those who love the dance influence on rock and even those who don’t will eat this album up.

(Published at ComfortComes.com)