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Attack Of The King Penguin

review by Lucas Gordin

http://www.mundorock.org/Secciones/critica-sidekixx.html

SideKixx is a band originally from New Jersey, which created two decades ago and has revived thanks to that move this new hair metal around today by the musical market.

This disc is quite refreshing, is months in rafts and is called "Attack of the king penguin" which has links with respect to its first production "Talk to the town" which dates from 1988, in which a penguin is getting out of a limousine.

SideKixx us a hard rock that has some alternatives that might be interesting for those who have a fairly broad mind. For example I notice certain type influences British Beatles in "Au Gratin Harmonics" and more kind and U2 on "Blossom" and "Do not Eat Fish Most Jello" is the sound of guitar pop also ochenton wing Cure. I like you!

In short it is not your typical rock and roll and square glamorous, but we see that this combo works hard at providing a good product.

There are many guitars in front, always keeping the musical vein that the genre requires, and I reiterate that add things from other rhythms. Another example is that being an issue hard rock, guitar in "Tijuana Nights" has a half-wave funk, but within a line The Screaming Jets if no bad memory. And "Laminated VannaMotherButt" is quite aggressive about limiting between punk and metal.

Once I cross with the owner of record of these guys. He is a collector thus knows how important it is that a CD has a good art. I do not understand because the book should come with his records (not just in this set) are simple leaves. It is a shame because they always push the gangs to include as much information as possible and photos and. Although one does not recognize anyone in the photos included, I think that I am not the only one who opens a book on a disc and watch the pictures true?

Regardless of this, the musical product, which is the most important thing is well managed and therefore encourage you to come to your page and try to get it.


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Talk Of The Town

CD/DVD Review:
http://www.hardrockhaven.net/reviews2008/jan08/Side%20Kixx%20-%20Talk%20of%20the%20town.php 

by Derric Miller
Staff Writer  

 Comments: When you gander at the CD cover for Side Kixx's 1988 re-release titled Talk of the Town, depicting a penguin leaving a limo along with a leggy lass and dressed as a high-brow man of the town, you'll at least understand the band has a sense of humor. But that's about all you get from the CD cover. In a word … CD cover art has come a long ass way since 1988. That aside, the music on Talk of the Town from this New Jersey based quartet is similar to bands like Trixter and Firehouse, with pumping guitar anthems and vocals that only true tenors can try to keep up with.

Guitarist Mike Peterson opens the CD with a catchy riff on "Talk of the Town." They will remind you a bit of Hurricane with the level of musicianship and high quality vocals, although singer Teddy Kotch isn't quite the talent Kelly Hansen is. This is just another great hard rock pop hit, with massive amounts of energy dripping from every note. Peterson's guitar solo is intense and fluid, and this is a strong introduction to the Side Kixx sound.

"In the Night" is next, another razor-sharp riffing song. It may remind you a bit of TNT at that time, with bubbly guitar leads and soaring vocals. They were probably influenced by Bon Jovi, but how couldn't they be, coming from New Jersey. The harmonies and background vocals are huge, and drummer Brian Peterson makes the song even stronger with massive drum fills. Another hit song that wasn't a hit.

The first slower composition is "Headin' for a Heartache." They don't tackle this type of song with quite the same fervor as the more upbeat ones. It's not bad, but the rest of the CD is better.

"Let It Go" is presumably a live track, because an announcer says, "We've got a great band for you now. Ladies and gentlemen … Side Kixx!" Kotch lets an opening wail, and they launch into a fiery, pounding rocker. The vocals are a bit too much up front in the mix, so all you really hear is vocals and drums. You'll find yourself skipping it on your second listen to the CD.

They get back on track with "No More (Getting' the Best of Me)." Instead of good times and partying, this is an edgier song. Kotch adds an element of anger to his delivery, and instead of making you want to drink beer and party, the song makes you want to pick a fight. Wicked cool song.

It all ends with "You Make the Rockin' World Go Round." (Side note: It's obvious Side Kixx hates the letter "G" because they abbreviate that letter in three of the eight songs.) Anyway … this is probably a shout-out to Queen, with triumphant shredding from Peterson on guitar and more manic drumming from the other Peterson. It's easy to hear why they were such a draw back in the day …

Talk of the Town is just another feel good look over your shoulder to yesteryear. If you liked Hair Metal back in the day, then you'll need to check out Side Kixx today.  

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"In the late 80's SideKixx was one of the largest drawing bands in the NJ/NY area."  JR http://trxentertainment.net/default.aspx

"It's a real pleasure to have these guys on the label! Side Kixx will NEVER be forgotten - anyone into Melodic Hard Rock needs to pick this cd up immediately! ROCK ON GUYS!!"
Sam http://www.retrospectrecords.com/