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Oka Road
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Oka Road
Self-Released
Release: 2002
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Rated:
Review by:
Lindsey M. Keen
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Oka Road, a street in California or a band that stretches the
diversity of modern music? Oka Road gives the trendy scene of
San Francisco and Santa Cruz combination of alternative, rock,
jazz and funk.
The organic blend of Kevin Martin on acoustic guitar and Mike
Orlando playing percussion offers lead vocalist Rob Owen a
sundry setting, giving him room to explore his vocal range. The
mishmash of Owen's alternative sound, John Busboom's refined
talent on the electric guitar, Will Bright's ballistic bass and Dave
McReynolds' extraordinary speed on double bass drums will
challenge the listener's average rock band for a new spot in
their everyday CD rotation.
It's the polished lyrics of "Stay Today" that changes the
deceptive initial facade of grunge and funk by making a more
noticeable proclamation, pushing the limits of today's popular
rock music. Then there's "Call," a tantalizing shout that finds
reasons to escape from the ever-changing, fast paced world.
The melodic thundering beat, stinging cymbals and thrilling
echo of the electric guitar are carried throughout the track. I'd
have to say that the closing song, "Goath" is a personal
favorite of mine. It's a sweet, soothing, instrumental
lullabye.
It's unique, semi-divisive sound penetrates the nerve of pop
music and makes room for a new, inventive style of rock-n-
roll. So, if you're hooked on the sound of an alternative lead
vocalist, jamming guitars, thumping bongo drums and
provocative drum beats, then make an effort to pinch back
some pennies for Oka Road's self-titled album. |
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