No bells or whistles, or gimmicky introductions this time, just some great new releases. OK, I'm lying. I'm having writer's block. At least I'm able to tell you about these fine platters, which will provide you with great mirth. From the Sugar Free imprint comes yet another slice of warm, sweet, sticky pop.
Trigger features some nifty counter-melody between cello and acoustic guitar.
The biggest thing going for Birddog is its knack for self-restraint. Instead of cluttering these pop nuggets with a lot of unnecessary studio gimmickry and gratuitous instrumentation, Birddog lets the songs speak for themselves with slight production and bare-bones playing. Whatever creative forces are behind Birddog, it has clearly consumed its share of sweets. Up until a couple of years ago, music fans who liked their tunes heavy had few choices. But for old rockers like myself who grew up on Deep Purple and Black Sabbath, something was sorely missing.