Debut album by a band that feature Kelson Mathias (vocals/keys), Rod Thomas (drums/vocals), Rich Williams (guitar), Tom Clark (guitar) and Ben Miller (bass/vocals). Having seen this band live I can honestly say I have never quite witnessed anything like it before! As for this album its very different from what is out there, the opener ‘Moneyshot’ is ushered in on a rumbling keyboard and then all Hell breaks lose! ‘Defacto Synphomy’ is perhaps the only track you can hear another band in and that is the Pixies, another fine band that trod their own path musically. Some tracks are even beyond my ears like ‘Komputer’ - weird!

It is very hard to sound unique these days and many bands’ openly display their influences but Jarcrew are genuinely different. Not for everyone this album but those who venture a listen will find much to enjoy.

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Review by Jason Ritchie