Search - Quixotic :: Mortal Mirror

An memorable mix of surf/no-wave/doo-wop

pinknoisemaker | Toronto, Canada | 03/11/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I purchased this cd upon hearing the first track "ice cream sundae". It immeidiately grabbed me with it's taut sonic youthish guitar line. The rest of the album reminded me of black sabbath (there is a cover...hint hint) mixed with jefferson airplane (some of the vocals sound like they were inspired by Grace Slick) done in a minimal but effective way. Most of the album has a foreboding feeling of doom to it that is temporary aleviated with the two sunny girl group covers which are excellently performed. The two distinct female vocalists that take turns at the microphone are largely responsible for this chilly ambience that envelopes your ears. Definitely an overlooked gem of an album. If you're into uncompromising punk bands with original sounds such as sonic youth, fugazi and unwound definitely check this album out, you won't be disappointed."

Quite interesting and very original

bladerunner302 | New York United States | 12/15/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I believe this is Quix*o*tic's 2nd cd, it's unlike anything i've ever heard before. It has a very mellow vibe and a very original sound, it's hard to describe unless you hear it. They've got 3 covers on it: tell it like it is, lord of this world (really cool version too!) and sitting in the park. Overall, quix*o*tic is definitely something worth hearing if you can get into it. On another note, it was mixed by Guy Piccioto of Fugazi, they've done some shows together I think. I hope you like it!"