Loki the Grump: Press

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'Brand new me' kicks off this CD & within 20 seconds you know this will be an EP that dominates your play list for the next few weeks. Micheles slyly angst vocals give Loki a strangely facinating sound that gives them the edge over any other debut CD I've heard in a long time. 'Here I am' has a hauntingly beautiful start that crashes into the chorus declaring a girls determination to keep her man. The song moves in waves moving from the melancholic moment of waiting for the phone to ring to her fierce resolve to retain her roaming lover. This track is my firm favourite & secures a place for Loki the Grumps next EP (or indeed Album) on my shelf.

When I heard the cd, I immediately thought of Stiff Little Fingers, that same punky energy. Love the attitude of Michele's voice, I can't think of any female lead singer out there now with such attitude. :) Maybe a little like Chrissie Hynde.

Punky energy with a new, fresh attitude!
While I enjoyed the punky energy, I was immediately gripped by the upfront attitude of Michele, the lead singer. As a fan of unique female artists like Patti Smith, Etta James, Debora Iyall, Siouxsie, she's a breath of fresh air. There's nobody out there like her now. Backed with solid musicianship, catchy tunes, it's the perfect cd for a fun evening.

Upbeat punk to smash your furniture to!
This NYC upstart has been having a groundswell of support in the clubs. Their first release is brimming with enrgy and will have you bouncing along. The guitarist switches through a barrage of pedals while he is backed up by a solid rhythm section and explosive vocals. Check out "Brand New Me" for a great rock tune and "Your War" for a bit of political punk rock.

Grumpy is the new black!
This is an outstanding debut EP. Loki the Grump weave tight, solid punk/pop around lyrics that are intelligent, empowering, and dark, but also extremely funny. Vocalist Michele delivers the goods. Personal favs are "Shockingly Happy," a sort anthem to apathy, and the blistering "Your War." Darkness was never so much fun!

I want more!!!!
This CD is great. It's angsty and political and slightly poppy. Catchy enough that you find yourself singing along, but not so much that it makes you ill. The only complaint I have is that it's not long enough! When the CD ends, you'll be left wanting even more! (AND the drummer is hot!!!)

This CD kicks your CD's arse
A riotious escapade in the perils of punk ressurection. These kids are tight. Mixing genres and inspirations from X Ray Spex, Oingo Boingo, and early XTC. Throw in the manic frustration of Black Flag, but with the vox stylings of Poly Styrene and you've got the adrenaline rush that is Loki The Grump. So buy the CD, turn it up, jump on the couch and throw stuff off your balcony. Anger never sounded so good.