It's not hard to figure out why Vinegar is so
extraordinary. In today's glitz and glam pop culture,
bands forget sometimes that not everyone cares about
the lives of the rich and famous. Vinegar brings the music
down to earth with songs about you, me, and the stupid
kid next door. They get that it’s a hell of a lot cooler to
rock out about your problems than to cry yourself to
death. That's not to say there's no teen angst, because
that's a major part of how Vinegar connects with their
audience; however, its presented in a fun way. The thing
is, Vinegar is fun to listen to. Their debut album "Rock
Fetish” has definite modern pop-hit material. As a culture
we flock to this kind of music because it’s about the
everyman; it’s simple and not elitist. Catchy beats and
cool melodies are the icing on the cake. Rock Fetish will
be selling long before pigs fly, and probably long after
too.
Reviews of ROCK FETISH:
LMNOP.com This press release that accompanied this CD probably sums up this band best by saying "For fans of good music." Vinegar is, purely and simply, a really really good rock band. Without resorting to dumb image games and shouting matches, the band just rocks out and has a great time playing...and their enthusiasm is absolutely infectious. The music sounds a bit like The Buzzcocks with John Lydon on vocals...but these guys are not punkers as much as they are genuine rock and rollers. Despite the fact that the overall sound of Rock Fetish is not that unique...the songs are just so goddamn good that you just can't help but love 'em. On the first spin one might incorrectly assume that Vinegar is just another rock band. After the tenth or twentieth spin...it becomes obvious that Rock Fetish is something very special indeed. Cool rockers like "Pig 92," "I'll Understand," "Sunshine Gun," and "Too Many Pills" will have pop/rock fans demanding more, more, MORE. Truly great uplifting music. (Rating: 5+)
Used
Wigs Vocalist John Francis does a solid job powering along this vibrant and inventive pop-punk band with his Keith Morris-like (Circle Jerks) snide-yet-smooth delivery. Their sound is a welcomed throwback to the killer bands of pre-emo, early 90s So Cal heavyweights like Big Drill Car, Down by Law and All, when whiney laments peppered with fake-angst growls were a no-no and big vocals, even bigger melodies, crunching guitars and a good sense of humor ruled the day. Man, I miss that.
The majority of tunes on Rock Fetish are propped up nicely by spirited backing vocals and inventive guitar work that often goes in pleasing, unexpected directions. While they bring the rock in healthy doses, the quieter moments like the pretty little ditty "Breathe Again" and the acoustic lament "Useless'' stand out and show nice range and promise. "Too Many Pills" is my fave — an initial slow burn that segues into a very rockin' and inspired look at death made happy. - Jeff Lyons
All
Ages Zine Vinegar is a fun rock band who really seem to just sort of make music fun to listen to again. In the day and age of diet punk, cry baby, emo crap, these guys just play good rock music that makes you feel, well, good. In the press release I got with the disk even states that it is "for fans of: GOOD MUSIC..." and it is very true. Just check it out, and if you can maintain a sour mood by the end of this record, well you don't deserve to be happy.(DH)
Rock
Stars for Hire A big pigs head graces the album's cover. Their single is titled "Pig92". A rock fetish not but a pig fetish yes. This is straight up rock n' roll with attitude and originality. Every song has something a little different to offer up the listeners ears. The lyrics are very strange and the way the lead singer projects his voice is even stranger. Over all its a good album something to pick up and listen to on a rainy night. The album has angst. Rating: 3 (SR)
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Hey Ricardo, I have room for one more for the Sturgeon fishing trip too. We are fishing on Sunday morning in Ilwaco. You need another sturgeon. I'll give you a call incase you don't get this message in time. Rock out with your Pig out!
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