The Sort – Resentment, Despair, & Other Amusements

The Sort – Resentment, Despair, & Other Amusements

2008 Black Bag Records

4 Stars

The Sort is an alternative rock band with indie and punk roots with pop sensibility in their sound. Lauralam Thomas’ vocals are wonderful providing an exciting sing along vibe. The band has a heavy but not brooding sound and the vocals tower over the sound. The guitars shine and provide the party while the bass and drums bring the sound that makes you want to move. You could as easily dance around your living room or a mosh pit with this album. Resentment, Despair, & Other Amusements is consistent and wonderful from beginning to end. There is not a bad song on the album but at the same time this isn’t typical radio fare it’s the kind of CD you rock out with your friends at a party or on a long car ride.

Although all the songs are great check out Found, Minus One, Mistletoe and Thursday to get you started.

Fans of Veruca Salt will love this band.

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