The Booze There Goes My Girl

The garage rock resurgence, forefronted most popularly by The White Stripes, has permeated indie rock and doesn't seem to be drying up any time soon.  The Booze represent the more folk/blues/southern rock side of the movement, combining a number of tracks ranging from upbeat to a bit sullen. This is displayed right off the bat, with the first two tracks spanning the musical thrust of the entire album.  That isn't to say, however, that you should stop listening after those two tunes. "Rebirth of the Cool" continues on melodically and keeps the listener's attention throughout.

As mentioned, this is pretty standard southern-tinged garage rock, which makes sense, I think, considering the band hails from Georgia.  It's certainly an easy listen, much of it recalling  the sound of The Rolling Stones.  Nostalgic? I don't know; I'm not a baby-boomer. But, given the litany of rock from the 60's and 70's forced (comfortably) upon me by my loving hippie parents, it definitely conjures up a reminiscence to this musical era.

There isn't much more I can say about this album or this band.  Its not a big band, big sound, nor does it leave a big impression. But, and thats a big but, I'm recommending it. It just sounds right. Its not forced and doesn't give the impression they're trying too hard to simply replicate the sound of bands past. It's not groundbreaking but it doesn't need to be. That's why I like it. A great summer album, pick it up, take a listen, and enjoy.