DOUBLE
WHITE LINES - R.O.A.D.S (Self Released)
Here’s five solid tracks from R.O.A.D.S. (Remnants of a Dead Star) who
are, in fact, the remnants of Thumlock, a band that hailed from Wollongong,
south of Sydney.
R.O.A.D.S. are a four-piece but three members (Ben, Raff and Wayne) were in
Thumlock, who toured the Australian East Coast, supporting acts including
Rollins Band, Hawkwind and Nebula.
R.O.A.D.S. have moved on since then but, hey, what's the big deal with a band
progressing? Nothing, if it’s done right like these fuckers have. This
is much more urgent and vital than Thumlock - essentially more rock 'n' roll.
These guys are experienced players and know how to write and arrange,. They
don’t immediately sound like a '70s band photocopy, per se, but the
influences still at work (like heavy rock, baby).
There are two
types of good heavy rock: dumb heavy rock and smart heavy rock. These guys
are in the smart category.
I saw 'em live recently and they can burn it up. I loved Thumlock - but I
prefer this. It's like someone lit a fire under their arses. Maybe they stopped
smoking pot or moved outa the 'Gong? Whatever. It’s working.
Stay Tuned. - Ashley
Thomson
