Stone Axe/Sun Gods in Exile - Split 7'' Arzgarth ( SuperAdmin ) 55,344 posts since 7/17/2002 Posted on 1/30/2010 at 1:10:15 PM Stone Axe/Sun Gods in Exile – Split 7” Review by John Pegoraro (StonerRock.com) Hydro-Phonic Records Release date: 2010 Uber-prolific retro rockers Stone Axe return with another slice of 7” vinyl, this time with classic rock revivalists Sun Gods in Exile. But before we hear what Portland, Maine has to say, let's take a spin through the Washington state band's latest. “On with the Show” is vintage Stone Axe, in that it reminds you of vintage someone else without being a direct re-write. Make no mistake, for all their indebtedness to the greats of yore, Stone Axe has its own voice. “On with the Show” is a sunnier song than their last couple of offerings, with a bright chorus that's about as welcome as a six pack of ice cold beer. It's not their strongest number (that would still be “Ain't Gonna Miss It” from their Extended Play release), but it does an impeccable job of reminding you how awesome Stone Axe - and Foghat - can be. Sun Gods in Exile impressed the hell out of me with their Black Light White Lines full-length and with “Tuscon,” they show no sign of of a creative slow down. Like “On with the Show,” this is a more light-hearted number, despite guitarist Tony D'Agostino's ability to shoehorn in a blistering solo wherever he can. Put it this way – it's a colder than a witch's tit day today, but Sun Gods made it a little warmer, thanks to this ditty. Or better yet, consider “Tuscon” the convertible muscle car that goes along with that ice cold six pack. Sure, that's not very responsible, but good rock n roll never is. Recommended. Edited 0 Times I`m never going to work another day in my life   73Satellite ( Community Supporter ) 1,145 posts since 10/16/2004 Posted on 1/30/2010 at 2:07:04 PM This was a cool project that both Stone Axe and us threw together in a hurry. "Hey Tony it Tony(Reed) I got someone to put out that split we talked about our song is ready we need yours next week" I am happy the way both songs came out. I would like to do another one soon! URL: http://www.sungodsinexile.com Edited 0 Times   hellmistress ( SuperAdmin ) 2,257 posts since 11/15/2000 Posted on 2/6/2010 at 8:43:52 PM This album is available for purchase from All That is Heavy. URL: http://www.AllThatIsHeavy.com Edited 0 Times Reading comprehension is a lost art.   MH8 ( Community Supporter ) 4,266 posts since 11/2/2005 Posted on 2/8/2010 at 1:20:32 PM Boy there's a pair that need to tour. Hope there's one left when the tax return hits. :) Edited 0 Times "some thrash to remember, some thrash to forget".- Kant   73Satellite ( Community Supporter ) 1,145 posts since 10/16/2004 Posted on 2/9/2010 at 4:25:39 AM We did tour together around the SHOD fest in 2009 and there is some loose talk about doing the midwest at some point. URL: http://www.sungodsinexile.com Edited 0 Times     ( Post a Reply to This Thread ) ( Back to Album Reviews )