Reptarz II
Some
bands take things very seriously. Others take the piss. Sometimes you
just can’t tell who is doing which. All of which is to say that Reptarz
II speaks better for itself than anyone else could. Here’s a statement
they sent me: "The Domestic Bemusement Park Department of
Musico-Critical Outreach gladly presents Reptarz II. Reptarz II are
happy objects—drastic happy—and no more a joke than anything else is."
And you know what? I think I believe them. Although there’s a certain
necessary sturm und drang passion to their new noise (think:
no-no-wave), considering all their lyrics are lifted straight from the
bouncy pop sunshine songs of popular Athens band Reptar, there’s also a
long tradition of this type of collage. It’s an ear-churner, a
palate-cleanser and a big fat smile all around. Good job, lads! -GL
(Friday, Ciné, 10:45 p.m.)
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