"On their first album...Duke Fame struck me as...the sort of pop/rock band you might encounter in an everyday-life setting. That is, I imagined coming across them at a house party, at an outdoor fair, or at a neighborhood bar, and being inspired by both the quality of their music and their obvious love for how great melodies sound backed by loud instruments. This album, as the joking, Replacements-esque title Too Proud to Practice might indicate, is louder than before. It has more of a ragged rock sound, and that's fine by me. There's traces of punk ("Patterns"), of Superchunk ("Hong Kong Rob"), of Guided by Voices (or a song in tribute to them at least, "All Hail the Monument Club"). There's also, maybe even mostly, straight-up power-pop. And there's a ballad, even ("Memory Bucket"). This is quick, fun, catchy music. Some of the songs are more distinctive than others, but all are played with spirit, sincerity, and an obvious appreciation for the role music plays in people's lives, the way a song can lift you up or ease the pain."

     dave heaton - erasing clouds

"Whereas the last album from Atlanta's Duke Fame reminded us of early David Bowie...Too Proud To Practice has much more in common with 1990s guitar bands like The Young Fresh Fellows. This band has come a long way in terms of sound and style since their last release...the sound quality has improved and the tunes are more focused. Songs are the real meat of this band...and songs are what make them stand out from the pack. Many of the tracks on Practice sound strangely familiar...giving the listener a decided feeling of deja vu. Rather than try to fit in molds and genres, these fellows seem to be recording music for the right reason...to entertain themselves and others. You have to admire bands that stick to their guns and play music for pure enjoyment. This is a cool, upbeat album full of infectious melodies. Clever cuts include "Proctor, Gamble and Huff," "Patterns," "Memory Bucket," and "Roller Joe." Duke Fame is a band that is clearly on the right path. (Rating: 4++++)"

     Don W. Seven - BabySue

"I dug the Duke’s debut album - Regrets - and had none. If anything, Too Proud to Practice is even better - more hooks, more harmonies, more hip songs about being square. The Duke treads a fine balance between rock abandon and pop finesse."

     Dan Jones - Power of Pop.

"This is by far one of the best albums I've heard in a long time. Atlanta's Duke Fame play classic power pop and write some wonderful songs on Regrets, their debut album. "The Unalterable Law of Life" sounds like it could be a Bowie song, with slightly nasal vocals and a sound that comes straight outta Diamond Dogs. I hear 80's era pop bands like Zeitgeist and The Connells all over this album. Harmonic guitars, catchy rhythms, think The Records and early REM. "Here I Am" is a shimmering display of guitar work, it's my fave track on the album. And to think people waste their time listening to Creed. YOU NEED THIS ALBUM."

     Face of the Assassin

"Although not immediately impressive, this likeable indie-rock outfit radiates an unpolished charm that grew on me through repeated (and progressively less desultory) listenings. Setting Eric Zweig's Bowiesque tenor against a reliable wall of driving drums and roaring jangle, Regrets draws a line from The Who through U2, R.E.M., Social Distortion and Neil Young. (Think those references are creaky? Check out that wah-wah pedal on "Hunger" and get back to me, dude.) I might tinker with the mix, but all in all, Duke Fame's debut is a consistently entertaining take on classic guitar rock."

      demo universe http://www.demouniverse.com     Read the review on www.demouniverse.com

"The name alone has to be worth something. But don't expect Spinal Tap influenced hard rock because of the name. This Atlanta, Georgia based quintet may share a sense of humor with the mockumentary band, but a similarity in sound is nowhere to be found. Instead Duke Fame seems to align themselves sonically with the likes of the Replacements and similar '80's indie rock outfits, with lead vocals that sound like a cross between Neil Young and early David Bowie. The result is a solid, but sometimes shallow, debut."

"The title and lead track "Regrets" starts the album off on an excellent note. The song has enough bouncy guitar riffs and backing "ohh ohh ohh's" to satisfy even the most fickle pop rock listener. Another stand out track is the drunken ballad "Most Days", with such great and honest lyrics as "Two hands on the bottle/With nothing to fear/All my debts are paid off/I'm in the clear." But the pop-rock formula that works so well in these and a few other songs does not work so well when it is repeated over and over again, as it does sometimes on this album."

"According to the bands website, Regrets was "recorded in about an hour and written in half that time," and that is where the problem lies in this album. Much of the background music sounds like it was recorded in a garage and it all tends to bleed into each other, and very few of the songs are able to differentiate themselves from the 11 other tracks on the album. But that being said, this band has to have some talent because they are still able to produce a solid, listenable product. This is, after all, a debut CD and all of their past sins can be easily forgotten if they can build off the talent they have now and manage to put some decent time into the songwriting and recording process."

     Jonathan Baran - Music-Critic.com http://www.music-critic.com     Read the review on Music-Critic.com

Visit the NOISE FOR HEROES excellent site and read The Big Takeover review in Adobe PDF format. You may find the review in issue #51 December 2002. Just click on the photo of Paul Westerberg and go to page 3.

      - Steve Gardner - NOISE FOR HEROES www.nkvdrecords.com

"Duke Fame automatically win a space in my heart for naming their band after a character in one of my favorite movies, Spinal Tap. Duke Fame are a four-piece that hail from Georgia, and this is their debut release together. They have a sound that would fit in well with some of the power-pop bands of the 80s like The Smithreens and their like. They combine sweet melodies with guitar playing that is sometimes reminiscent of Neil Young, which can be a good or bad thing.

"Regrets" starts the disc off with gloriously chiming guitars and background hums with a rootsy pop sound. Eric Zweig's vocals are very catchy with a splendid backing, and there is a very nice fuzzy guitar solo to catch your ear. "The Day I Shaved My Head" is a punky little number with many vocal and instrumental hooks, which sounds pretty similar to The Smithreens to me. "Crowded" is a crunchy punky blast with some attitude-laced lyrics with a melodically charming chorus that is very fun. The band sounds very alive and they pull off the punky approach very nicely. It's a nice change, though the vocals are kind of weak but not too bad.

"Gone Far" is another punky number that sounds a tiny little bit like The Replacements with its rugged rhythm section work. The vocals are very forceful, and the backing adds a nice echoing effect that is very fun listening to. "Junky" is a rather meandering piece that sounds a little mod-ish with some Who via The Jam like sounds and influences. The lyrics are a little cliched and played out, dragging the song down further than it should be. "Sad But Beautiful" has a grungy feel to it with crunching down-tempo guitars and crashing rhythm work. The song has some good guitar work and interesting sound to it that is somewhat of a departure from the rest of this disc.

Duke Fame is clearly rooted in a 80s indie sound, and it is still refreshing to hear music played like this. There are some parts that lag on this disc that are full of pop and rock with different things thrown into the mix. Some of the songwriting can be a little tedious and the songs drag on a little long in parts that just don't change enough. It's a fine workman-like effort, but it can stand to be improved with various facets like tighter songs and better material. It's enjoyable to throw on and there are a couple of neat listens, but some of it can be tough. Still, music like this is made for fun and fun to listen to."

      Kris - Delusions of Adequacy www.adequacy.net     Read the review on Delusions of Adequacy

"This Atlanta-based band play a kind of rock-pop with definite power-pop influences. Now I have to say that I am turned off immediately by that - I just can't get to grips with the melodies and it just isn't my bag. If you like a rocky, catchy, power-pop then you will like this.

Since I am obviously not a person qualified to review this CD, why bother? Well, there are four tracks on here that really do appeal to me. Born Ugly has nice distorted guitar work. Here I Am has simple but effective guitar and the whole thing reminds me a bit of Bob Mould. Most Days has a wonderful laconic vocal delivery from Eric Zweig and a killer chorus (in a downbeat sort of way). Sad But Beautiful, the last song on the CD, sounds like it is a live favourite - heavy guitar riffs, an assured pace, real variation, and lots of ideas. This has real drive and is a storming track.

They are named after the character in This Is Spinal Tap - great name. They sound like a band who drink a lot of beer together, have a good sense of humor, and are well worth seeing live. Check out the music on their website and if it appeals, buy it. But remember the name because they have something and if they really develop it, they are going places."

      Cool Noise http://www.coolnoise.co.uk     Read the review on www.coolnoise.co.uk

"The cover of this demo is a little odd. It's hard to tell if the young boy in the picture is kissing a girl or a life-size Chucky doll. As for the bad, they're a foursome from Atlanta, Georgia, whose frosty alt-rock vibe is characterized by warm analog guitar tones and Neil Young-esque vocals. At times their retro sound comes across as dated, but tracks like 'Born Ugly" and "Most Days" have a modern feel to them. "Crowded" is the big winner here. This song is sure to inspire mass sing-a-longs."

      Bite Me! http://www.bitemezine.net

"There is little pretension about Duke Fame and its honest expression of melodic rock 'n' roll. With deft emphasis on the riffs and rhythms and conveying a sense of rollicking fun, Regrets may be slightly lacking in the melody department but makes up for this with oodles of ardent dynamism as evidenced by the fervent rockers viz. "Regrets," "The Day I Shaved My Head," "Here I Am" & "Gone Far" and even the quieter thoughtful moments viz. "The Unalterable Law of Life," "Crowded" & "Most Days." Recommended."

      Power of Pop powerofpop.tripod.com     Read the review on Power of Pop

"Duke Fame Slow Bar's weekly "New Faces Night" features a suburban Atlanta power-pop quartet named for the prissy rocker that the members of Spinal Tap couldn't stand. Though Duke Fame's music has little to do with the "world of heavy rock," they do sound like they'd be at home in 1984, when This is Spinal Tap was first released. The band's debut album, Regrets, has the joyful spirit, melodic invention and endearing amateurishness of mid-'80s college radio. Vocalist Eric Zweig has trouble hitting all the notes, as does bandleader-guitarist Steve Tockerman, but that may be because they're modeling themselves after rough-hewn hook-makers like The Replacements (even though their music more naturally suggests the shimmering clean of Let's Active)."

      - Noel Murray - The Nashville Scene www.nashvillescene.com

"The CD art for the Atlanta-based band Duke Fame's first album Regrets has a cover photo of a young boy kissing a doll of a girl, while the inlay photo is of the band playing outdoors under a tent. Both photos fit the music perfectly. Duke Fame sound like the sort of band that you'd find at a school picnic or summer block party, playing catchy pop-rock tunes for people to dance and drink away the regrets of their youth to. That's not meant as an insult. Duke Fame have a knack at making melodic rock songs that are fun on the surface and melancholy underneath, songs you can dance to that will also get you thinking about the one that got away. This is an album that starts with the line "You've made a lot of mistakes/and now you're heading out of state." and ends with a song called "Sad But Beautiful." These are stories about people and their not-so-perfect lives, set to snappy hooks and power chords. That balance works well; it's what makes Regrets music for the masses that doesn't condescend to its audience by acting like music has to be dumb to be accessible. Duke Fame aim toward the lives (and hearts) of regular people and hit them dead-on."

      - dave heaton - erasing clouds www.erasingclouds.com    Read the review on erasing clouds

"Named after one of Spinal Tap's opening acts, Duke Fame shows Atlanta what smart rocking is all about. They present a type of music that is both fun and intelligent. Their particular sound does rock, but its somehow bubbly and genuine. Songs like "Most Days," and "Regrets" the title track, pull together the exuberance of a group of 14-year-old boys, first garage band and the wisdom in young men sharing war stories in the game of life. The hallmark of the quartet is in the conviction- riddled and responsible lyrical content. Written by Eric Zweig and Steve Tockerman, the songs are by no means preachy but much can be learned from their text. It is too bad that most rock groups cannot be as earnest without being a jaded and pitiful collaboration. Then of course Duke Fame could not shine through the crowd of cynic rockers."

      - Monica Arrington - PerformerMag.com www.performermag.com

Duke Fame is your classic small city rock band. Four friends that get together to drink beer, escape their day jobs, and jam away, creating music for the sheer joy of it. They have no expectations of becoming stars. They just want to play music at their local club, friends' parties, and a few outdoor events and connect with those that buy their CDs or attend their live shows. A simple, "I like what you guys do" from someone out in the crowd makes their day. And though they're not groundbreaking in any way, shape, or form, their brand of rock, as found on Regrets, is bare bones and simplistic enough to rock. It is the epitome of what rock is about: sloppy and flawed. And though you'll probably only listen to the disc once and forget them, the minutes you spend listening to them just might remind you why rock is such a vital release.

      - Doug Martsch - In Music We Trust www.inmusicwetrust.com    Read the review on www.inmusicwetrust.com

"Regrets' cover depicts a male toddler making out with a female doll. I'm not sure what this says about the music, but I'm thinking that it suggests some sort of Blink 182-esque comedy rock. You know, something light and fun but devoid of content - a musical Twinkie, per se. Well, once again, I am wrong. Duke Fame's music is actually semi-serious melodic rock, with more than a few punk influences. Songs like "Hunger" and "Most Days" are irresistibly catchy pop numbers, the latter of which shows a slight Tom Walsh resemblance. Meanwhile, the title-track and "The Day I Shaved My Head" are pop-punk-tinged upbeat rockers that would probably settle pretty well on the mainstream scene. And then, of course, there's the obligatory love songs - "Thinking of You" and "Sad But Beautiful", and while both are pleasant, the latter is the album's closer, and just may be the CD's best track. It combines rocking, powerful instrumentation with very catchy vocal melodies to wonderful effect. While Duke Fame's style is by no means the most original of all, they do add some innovation to the field with a few of their more inspired tracks. While they lean closer to the mainstream than they do to the indie circuit, scenesters may learn to like them simply because their music is so wonderfully catchy. And not just that, their style feels cool. This is the type of stuff that actually deserves to be on the mainstream, because of both its quality and its workmanship. Considering Duke Fame named themselves after the band that Spinal Tap called "total no-talent sod", they've done well. Nice."

      - Matt Shimmer - indieville.com www.indieville.com    Read the review on indieville.com

"One thing you won't have after listening to this record is regrets.   With energy to spare and plenty of catchy tunes, Duke Fame carry along the punk influences of bands like The Ramones and combine them with the sweetness of Neil Young's best lyrics, all in a DIY package that never stops rocking.  "Junky" is a true post-punk rocker and the album closer "Sad But Beautiful" is just that.  Though the majors haven't gotten wind of these guys yet, here's a bandwagon to get on early, especially if you're a fan of The Replacements and really good rock."

      - VOX views www.voxonline.com    Read the review on voxonline.com

"Regrets is a road trip record with soul. From the second that the title track from Duke Fame's debut record picks up, it becomes all about you, the hot sun, the cool wind, your brand new convertible, your best friends, miles of empty highway, and, no doubt, a trunk full of beer. Incredibly catchy, tight and brimming with fire-ball energy, Duke Fame's powerful guitar-work, pounding, driving rhythm section, and completely irresistible ba-ba-backup vocals make Regrets an unassuming, unaffected sonic experience. Although the mood does darken on tracks like "Hunger" and the album's standout track "Sad But Beatiful," the genuine enthusiasm, energy and excitement of a new band, seemingly not jaded, cynical, or 'radio-fied', comes through on every track on the record."

"As with so many current North American alternative rock records, Regrets doesn't drag on. It comes on strong from the beginning, and drives forward during each one of its 43 minutes. With most tracks clocking in at around four minutes, they musically possess the spirit of the Twin Cities Triple-Threat - Soul Asylum, Husker Dü and The Replacements - the last of which serve as the band's biggest influence. Coming from a collaborative scene of punk and DIY alternative, Duke Fame proudly display their influences on this record. Although claiming that their punk influence goes unrecognized within their music, the lead guitar twists and turns, adding continuous flow and an occasional counterpart to the solid melody, very much in tune with the "formulas" of early punk. Personally, I hear everything from Johnny Thunders/The New York Dolls to early Stranglers."

"Regrets, however, holds a lyrical depth not typically found in modern alternative music. Primarily written by Steve Tockerman (guitar, vocals) and Eric Zweig (vocals, guitar), Regrets showcases a little soul within a set of solid pop sensibilities. The main theme seems to extend into that crazy world of relationships, something that can kill off any potential for lyrical decency. Be they "man/woman" or "man in room analyzing self to point of insanity" Duke Fame handles their recorded relationships with class and intelligence. Undoubtedly the gift of good songwriting is also what gives Regrets its wonderfully memorable melodies. Lyrics like "I am a house on fire/I am a vicious liar/Is there truth in me?/Can I find what I can't see?" (Sad But Beautiful) and "All things are beautiful in their own light/I keep my thoughts pure and simple in the dark of the night/Most days mean nothing to me/Most days are incomplete" (Most Days) pull everything together, proving Duke Fame's ability to give their music some heart."

"The only thing that holds down the record from rock 'n' roll perfection is consistency. a little too much consistency. At times, the more upbeat songs tend to have very similar structures, without a lot of variation in terms of small details (i.e. little guitar lines and drum fills). It's not distracting enough, or boring enough, to sound like one 30 minute song with several movements, like Dream Theatre for example, nor is it entirely unavoidable."

"In the end, Atlanta's Duke Fame (named for one of Spinal Tap's bondage favouring opening acts) are solid songwriters and solid musicians with, you guessed it, a solid record. They could've been a 'road-rocking, opening act at the outdoor festival' kind of band, but instead have taken a basic power-pop structure and added a rarely seen level of intelligence and DIY integrity into their music and lyrics. A record with the depth, passion and talent possessed by Regrets is a rarity for a new band, and a record that'll take over that ever-elusive reserved space in my CD player. at least for now."

      - Ashley Petkovski - The Muse's Muse www.musesmuse.com    Read the review on musesmuse.com

"Yes, named after the Howard Hesseman character in This Is Spinal Tap. How clever. These folks don't try to replicate whatever sort of music the fictional Duke Fame might have propagated. Rather, they play a light, tuneful sort of pop rock. Reminds me of any sort of late 80s alternapop bands. Which is a good thing, in my book. While these guys aren't as distinctive as they should be, there's something in the sound that catches my ear. An infectious feeling of one kind or another. The little "something" that makes me want to hear an album again. Don't ask too much of Duke Fame, and you'll be more than pleased. This puppy snuck up on me. It was the last album to make the review cut, but I'm liking it more and more with each listen. More than anything else, that's the sign of a good album."

      - Jon Worley - Aiding & Abetting www.cent.com/abetting/    Read the review on Aiding & Abetting

"This Atlanta-based band took its name from a character in the legendary This Is Spinal Tap film. Regrets is the band's debut CD, and it contains a wealth of impressive material. Duke Fame songs remind us of very early David Bowie (particularly in the vocal department). The band's lo-fi recordings help the listener to focus on the words and melodies...both of which are the group's strongest traits. At this early stage of the game, these guys probably need to get a little more tight and focused...but the important thing is that they have that certain unexplainable quality that makes a band great. While this is a good album...we feel that these guys are capable of producing something truly incredible. We're not rating this disc because we feel it would be misleading to potential listeners as well as the band themselves...but we can state with confidence that the songwriting skills that are demonstrated here are wonderfully cool... (Not Rated)"

      -babysue® www.babysue.com    Read the review on babysue.com

""Regrets" is the debut record by Atlanta's Duke Fame on Geeves Records. Yes they are named after the "wanker" band that opened for Spinal Tap in the movie. First off, the old picture on the cover of a kid kissing a giant doll is hilarious. Now for the music, Duke Fame play good, old-fashion rock n' roll. They have a lot in common with fellow Atlanta rockers, drivin' n' cryin'. They play rockin' music, with thoughtful lyrics and great melodies. The title song, "Regrets," kicks off the record. It has that rambling, rocking feel of a good Tom Petty song. As always, I'm a sucker for good backing vocals and this song has that in spades. Now I can relate to the song, "The Day I Shaved My Head." This a rocking song with another cool melody. I agree that was a memorable day. "Most Days" is a mid-tempo number with a memorable riff. This is a nice number to drive around town with the top down. It's about the monotony of everyday life. This is a little deeper than most songs you hear on the radio these days. "Gone Far" is my favorite number on the disk. It has the prettiest melody but also rocks like a monster. This is what the Ramones were thinking when they invented punk rock. The album ends with "Sad But Beautiful." This is another cool rocker with more thoughtful lyrics. This one has a killer guitar solo. SO if you're looking for some good rock n' roll with lyrics that go a little more deep than your average Nickelback song, check out Duke Fame."

"Regrets is Duke Fame's long awaited debut. This American guitar pop band was established just recently, but obviously all the members have been involved in different bands before this. There's a rumour that the album was recorded in about an hour and written in half that time, well there's no any signs of that, 'cause the sound and everything is just great, but the outcome is still not too smooth. And the most important element of this CD works best, and that's the songs, they are just full of hooks and tricks. Especially the first one, "Regrets", is absolutely one of the best pop song I've heard during this year. Also "The Unalterable Law Of Life" and "Here I Am" are really nice. If you like guitar pop at all, you should get this album quickly."

      - La Bruta www.labruta.com    Read the review on La Bruta

"Duke Fame are an Atlanta based band who bring out the best in power pop rock and roll on their debut LP Regrets with an emphasis on the guitar. Regrets is an LP loaded with explosive rock and roll featuring dual guitars that will hook you fast with edgy tunes like "Regrets", "Sad but Beautiful", and "Born Ugly". "Regrets" is an up beat pop feel good song that sets the tempo of the LP and there are no let downs throughout the 12 tracks. "The Day I Shaved My Head" and "Gone Far" show that this band means business with their music and includes excellent musicianship and guitar work. The band includes Erick Zwieg (guitar, vocals), Steve Tockerman (guitars, vocals), Kevin Bell (bass, vocals), and Steve King (drums, vocals). If there is ever a reason to support Atlanta talent, it is Duke Fame who shows that they are well worth your time and someone well worth finding out about. Don't miss out on these guys! They will rock your world!"

      www.geocities.com/jademouse46/default.asp    Read the review on Noise Zone Magazine

"Now we're talking. NOW WE ARE DAMN TALKING. I needed this. As you may have read last week, Cary and I have both been on the Ned Beatty end of our day jobs lately. In the midst of all this, Atlanta-based Duke Fame's debut album Regrets comes roaring out of the sky and makes me feel okay again. Thanks, guys. If you're looking for a great mix of punk-influenced power-pop done right, here it is. A grin plastered itself across my face from the opening title track and didn't leave until the album was over. Singer Eric Zweig, guitarist Steve Tockerman, bassist Kevin Bell, and drummer Steve King have put together an impressive debut with Regrets. It's full of catchy, beer-soaked songs that had me singing along the first time I heard them. Did it change my life? Nah. Did it make me feel like a teenager again? Yep. Let me clarify, that's the good parts of being a teenager, not the parts where the jocks punched me in the neck from behind. This actually happened to me. But I digress. There's more happening here than just hooks. There are some thoughtful lyrics as well, such as the girl who "has decency in her disgrace" from "The Unalterable Law of Life." Or the drunken but still kicking hero from "Most Days," who has "two hands on the bottle with nothing to fear." The is an album from a group of guys who sound like they flat-out love playing together, especially on tracks like "Hunger." There's a solid musical foundation that grounds the album throughout, that gives some weight to the catchy songs. So how to sum this up? Think about "I Want You Around"-style Ramones, add in the Replacements hazy charm, and a few Superdrag-esque hooks, and you get the idea. This is a solid debut that I genuinely enjoyed."

      - Will - MusicMisfits www.musicmisfits.com    Read the review on musicmisfits.com

"Yeah, Duke Fame is named after an obscure character from the cult classic, This Is Spinal Tap. (That fact alone is worth some points in the mind of this reviewer.) There are no covers of classic Tap tunes like "Hellhole" or "Big Bottom", nor anything vaguely resembling '80s hair metal. This incarnation of Duke Fame revives the old Twin Cities Soul Asylum/Replacements sound, as if being covered by Tom Petty. Regrets is nothing revolutionary, just a solid alternative rock record."

      - CL – Impact Press www.impactpress.com    Read the review on impactpress.com

" Think old school Tom Petty meets The Replacements with a touch of The Ramones. Thats the sound of hotlanta based Duke Fame. After first listen to this CD, I could picture myself sitting at a bar and these guys playing in the background. The CD "Regrets" starts off with catchy guitar hooks and vocals that have alternative music written all over them. The guitars is what makes the music really good and easy on your ears. The vocals are good, but lack compared to the sounds of the guitar. At times, the musical sound and vocals just don't match up. All in all, this CD is good clean fun. The sound is relaxing yet upbeat. It has a better sound than most alternative albums out there today."

      - Dave Walter – Sound the Sirens www.soundthesirens.com    Read the review on soundthesirens.com

" I really like bands like this. They play what they refer to as "punk-influenced power-pop," and I guess I can kind of see it. Power-pop because there are enough melodies and catchy guitar parts and all of the ingredients you need to fit the description. And punk-influenced because…well, this brings me back to why I like bands like this. The music is not really punk, but the attitude definitely is. There is a very strong sense of I-don’t-care-if-you-like-this on this recording, and that’s lame in some cases, but cool in this one. This is because of one thing: www.dukefame.net. I get a nice info sheet with the records I get to review, but you don’t, so if you want to complete the puzzle and understand why I like this band, you need to check out the website. They readily acknowledge that they are only reasonable intelligent and talented, and they make every allowance for the idea that a great deal of the people that hear their record will not enjoy it. And apparently they’re quite alright with that. If you’re looking for a record that sounds like the house band at your favorite bar but does it way better than most, this is probably a good way to turn. Not inspiring, but not half bad. And you really can’t hate a band named after a character from the Christopher Guest masterpiece This is Spinal Tap, can you? "

      - Kent Walter – 1340 Magazine www.1340mag.com     Read the review on 1340mag.com