Dave's Review
Mike's Review
Review for StandOff- Lamer
When I first heard these guys on my Punk Ass Generosity Comp. I was stoked cause they sounded pretty sweet. Then I found their website and I downloaded two more songs, and I was even more pleased. Eventually I ordered the CD from the Fastmusic site with some other shit. For a six song E.P. from a first time band who are only about 17-19 years old, these guys fuckin rock. From what Mike has told me he doesn't like them too much, but when their new E.P. comes out I think he'll change his mind. All six of these songs are pretty good excluding maybe New Deal, which doesn't sound all that great. Their sound reminds me of Diesel Boy/NOFX type deal, cool flat vocals and fast guitars all the time. Give the mp3s a chance and if you like it buy the CD from Fastmusic.com.
This CD gets a 83/100 (it would get more but it only has six songs)
Best Songs (Joke's On Me, Stand Off, Evilyze)
Review By Dave Norman
Dave's MP3 choice for Lamer:
Stand Off
Review for StandOff- Lamer
StandOff is a young band with a lot of potential. They are currently evolving musically but have not quite yet found the mark. I thought this CD was just an average punk CD that was really short, but when Dave told me they were 18 or so I realized that they have probably not pinned down their sound yet and do have plenty of time to grow as a band. Their songs on this CD were pretty standard punk songs with some resemblences to Diesel Boy/ 88 Fingers Louie. Hopefully they will try to sound a little more like themselves once they discover their sound. The CD is only about 18 minutes with 6 songs and only costs about $6. Personally I would only pay $3 but that may be because I'm cheap. I wasn't too impressed with this CD but I am interested in what StandOff will do next. I wouldn't suggest buying this CD but I would recommend keeping an eye out for them in the future.
I will give this CD a 72/100 (I would give it less but I might regret it later) I am expecting a better product from them in the future.
Review By Mike Case
Mike's MP3 choice for Lamer:
Dead End