Chevelle enjoys rising above 'The Red'
Daniel Weldon
Issue date: 5/9/05 Section: A & E
Chevelle continues the musical journey through their newest album, "This Type of Thinking (Could Do Us In)," with the slow, heavy and crunchy rock that has come to be their fascination. They're still the fascination of others as well, still in the top ten after 14 weeks on the Billboard charts.
Since their sophomore album, "Wonder What's Next," hit the stores in 2002, most people have at least heard of Chevelle or their single "The Red." Listening to the rest of the album, though, revealed a darker and heavier side to the sound of the band. The Loeffler brothers know what they're doing. A big bass line from Joe, Pete's screams unleashed over Sam's tight drum beats. The band is at least more interesting than pop rock.
That is not to say that there is anything wrong with pop. But going a little against the grain, Chevelle is working with their slow-heavy-screaming rock style in an environment that sometimes doesn't have the same musical taste. They probably don't care too much.
Cell phones, the internet and lives speeding up, in and through technology seem to have an effect on some fans, as the quick rock songs that get the experience done are prevailing in pop. Lengthy guitar solos and extended breakdowns haven't been in the mainstream lately, even though they are alive and well in professional musician circles.
And even though Chevelle isn't going to break into a wicked sick solo in this album, be ready to sit with a song for a few minutes. They don't rush their music.
"Vitamin R" and "The Clincher" are the favorites of this album, with reminiscing riffs that will have Chevelle fans buying the CD at the next concert they are already attending. Chevelle has played on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," among others, as their popularity with fans is anything but dwindling. They have found a niche in the music world and, from the sounds of this album, have no intention of leaving it. The crunchy riffs are perfect for any person needing to vent after a long day, and the occasional melodies are enough to soothe it all away, like sweet butter on warm buns.
The band has a spot on MySpace.com, or you can check out the official website at chevelleinc.com.
"This Type of Thinking ..." continues with this style but keeps the songwriting fresh, so if you liked at least two or more songs on "Wonder What's Next," it's safe to say you will enjoy this one. Actually, it's safe to say that you'll think it rocks.
Since their sophomore album, "Wonder What's Next," hit the stores in 2002, most people have at least heard of Chevelle or their single "The Red." Listening to the rest of the album, though, revealed a darker and heavier side to the sound of the band. The Loeffler brothers know what they're doing. A big bass line from Joe, Pete's screams unleashed over Sam's tight drum beats. The band is at least more interesting than pop rock.
That is not to say that there is anything wrong with pop. But going a little against the grain, Chevelle is working with their slow-heavy-screaming rock style in an environment that sometimes doesn't have the same musical taste. They probably don't care too much.
Cell phones, the internet and lives speeding up, in and through technology seem to have an effect on some fans, as the quick rock songs that get the experience done are prevailing in pop. Lengthy guitar solos and extended breakdowns haven't been in the mainstream lately, even though they are alive and well in professional musician circles.
And even though Chevelle isn't going to break into a wicked sick solo in this album, be ready to sit with a song for a few minutes. They don't rush their music.
"Vitamin R" and "The Clincher" are the favorites of this album, with reminiscing riffs that will have Chevelle fans buying the CD at the next concert they are already attending. Chevelle has played on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," among others, as their popularity with fans is anything but dwindling. They have found a niche in the music world and, from the sounds of this album, have no intention of leaving it. The crunchy riffs are perfect for any person needing to vent after a long day, and the occasional melodies are enough to soothe it all away, like sweet butter on warm buns.
The band has a spot on MySpace.com, or you can check out the official website at chevelleinc.com.
"This Type of Thinking ..." continues with this style but keeps the songwriting fresh, so if you liked at least two or more songs on "Wonder What's Next," it's safe to say you will enjoy this one. Actually, it's safe to say that you'll think it rocks.