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The Record Between?

Steven M Kaufman | Seattle, WA United States | 08/28/2000

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I have been a long time fan Grubbs' various musical manifestations (from Squirrel Bait and Bastro to Gastr Del Sol and current solo output). Personally, I feel he reached his apex as a recording artist with the memorable Gastr Del Sol swansong, Camofleur. The new release is good. Not much more of an impression than that upon two recent close listenings. I think the strongest numbers by far are to be found on the first half of the record. The most disappointing fact for me was that most of the songs sounded quite similar. However, it still one of the more consistently 'alternative' pieces of recorded music to come out this year. I am not sure if that is praise for Grubbs or a lamentation for the paltry amount of good recordings to come out this year. I recommend it for those unfamiliar with the artist's previous works and seeking something a bit different. However, pick up Gastr del Sol stuff, too."