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The earlier years of Washington's Sadhappy featured a somewhat different lineup than their current two bassist/one drummer maelstrom of rhythm. Back in those days, the band brandished saxophonist Skerik as the counterpart to the rhythm section of drummer Evan Schiller and bassist Paul Hinklin. Depth Charge displays easily one of the most immediately enjoyable and warm sonic approaches, with a wonderful production that opens up the sound of the band to its fullest potential. Much of the music here is essentially jam material, with quite soulful sax working its way in and around the often progressive and sometimes funky rhythms. Unlike, say, a John Zorn freakout fest, Sadhappy's style is very palatable and digestible. And more importantly, the music doesn't fall completely into "talented musician jam hell" as the songs are just that. Songs. None of this comes off as people showing off just how proficient they are on their instruments. If you aren't tittilated by the smooth section in the midst of "D-Lab" or impressed by the echoing and expansive sounding "Full-On North", I worry greatly about the relationship you have with your ears. While more recent Sadhappy albums have impressed me to a higher degree, Depth Charge is a unique outing that is very worthy of tracking down. -SSMTB Check out the artist's website: http://www.sadhappy.com Track List: 1. Wendy's Pumpkin 2. Beautiful Carol 3. D-Lab 4. Everyone Thinks I'm an Asshole 5. Full On North 6. Depth Charge 7. Nemo's Diary - Day One 8. ? Suggested CDs:Other Genres:
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