BONGO BOY OUT OF THE GARAGE VOL 3

Bongo Boy Records

Review by Dawn Belotti | Bongo Boy Magazine

Bongo Boy’s Garage Rock album is a cross between the 1960’s and 1990’s which happen to be

my two favorite eras of music. Needless to say I thoroughly enjoyed listening to these artists.

The songwriters tell stories accompanied by a fine tuned musical background.

Doug MacDonald- JACK JOKE SHOP

The Doug McDonald band hails from Boston

and makes their debut with Bongo Boy. This

tune is a punk version of Elvis Presley with

opening riffs straight out of “Jailhouse Rock.”

Their music is catchy and the song, although

having comic overtones, also brings back

memories for those who remember joke shops

and how much fun they were to browse.

The Sloths- ONE WAY OUT

The Sloths are very classic Hollywood rock. Although

their career began in the 1960s they are back with a

vengeance and with a 90s grunge/pop edge. The song

details a failed marriage or relationship and the feeling

that the one way out is the only recourse. As the song

explains, that is not necessarily true.

British Invasion All-Stars- SHAPES OF THINGS

All-stars are an understatement for the amount of talent in

this band. The band consists of

members of The Yarbirds, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Pretty

Things, Procol Harum, to name a few. I love the music of the

Yardbirds; a band that featured three of most reveled guitarists in

history. There is no surprise that this version is nothing short of

brilliant. Being very familiar with the original, I definitely love this one

as well.

Susan SurfTone-BOTTOM OF MY GLASS

Hailing from the Pacific Northwest (Portland Oregon) their music sounds

similar to a 90s version of Neil Young. A good songwriter creates something

relatable. How many people have drunk dialed or said something regrettable

under the influence? It is easy for the guilty party to expect everyone to

forget it but that is not always easy.

Kayla-DON’T YA WORRY ‘BOUT

ME

Canada’s own Kayla is both a

songwriter and a vocalist. With a

beautifully written song, Kayla would

be perfectly comfortable in a 1960s girl

group. The Acoustic melodic style of

this song highlights the talent of this

young lady.

Barley Station-MUST BE SOMETHING

A 90s style power pop song writing by lead vocalist Randy

Wayne. This Midwestern band bring their own approach to rock

and to Bongo Boy.

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Pamela Davis-YOU MAKE ME FEEL SPECIAL

The Sunshine State delivered Pamela, who records all

of the tracks on this one. A song that resembles

something The Byrds would have written; the song is a

1960s with a 2000 decade twist. This is a good piece

by Pamela Davis.

The Forty Nineteens-

I’M FREE

I really like this Socal band.

It is apparent I am not the only

one as they have been

requested as an opener from

everyone from The Red Hot

Chili Peppers to Yo La Tengo. This underground raucous band is a good time both live and on

recording.

Mark Lindsay-NEW THING

Mark is a darker version of Lou Reed. A 1960s buff’s like myself know him as the former

vocalist of Paul Revere and The Raiders. A bit of trivia, that band guested on an episode of

Batman. How cool is that? It is awesome to hear Mark’s new stuff.

Nick Marr- TELL ME WHY

Nick Marr could have been a member of The Cult during the

Electric days. His youth gives him a trendy edge yet he sings

with a maturity. This songwriter also records his material; this

young man is going places.

Susan Surftone UP DOWN AND ALL AROUND

This is the second track by Susan Surftone. Produced by Gar Francis, this song has a

strong 1960s Yardbirds, Paul Revere and the Raiders sound. Backing vocals are

handled by Mia Moravis. This is a tightly produced number and a terrific song.

Spyder Darling- NEW YORK WALKABOUT

New York City is in the house with Spyder

Darling. A rocking song with a strong punk

influence, “Walkabout” is a bit Lou Reed and

a bit Iggy Pop and a lot of attitude. Spyder

is no stranger to the rock scene, playing well

known venues on both coasts- L’Amour, the

Whiskey a Go Go, Gazzari’s, CBGB’s to name a few.

Spyder Darling is an example of once rock and roll is in

your blood, it is here to stay.

Gar Francis- RAINY DAY WOMEN #12 & 35

I had the privilege of reviewing this video not too long

ago. This is probably the best Bob Dylan cover I have

heard. If Bob recorded this song today, it would sound

like this. Unique yet respectful of the original, this one

deserves much more recognition.

Zombie Garden Club- A WHITER SHADE OF PALE

ft. JOHNNY DOUGLAS

Something I tend to harp on- if an artist is going to record

a cover of a well-known track; do it justice and make it

your own. Dare I say I like Zombie Garden Club’s

version of this song better than the original? This is Procol Harum’s most recognized song.

Zombie Garden Club strips the song down to its basic core and then runs with it. Good job.

The Chords UK-DEDICATED FOLLOWER OF

FASHION

This band is straight out of the 1960s British Mod

scene, this time recording a song written by The Kink’s

Ray Davies. This is the perfect track to end this

compilation on a high note. I want to hear more from

this band.

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