THE NEW GRAND self titled 1996

by request

Thanks to CW

Review by Gina Boldman

The New Grand's self-titled debut features lots of infectious pop songs with slightly pouty vocals. The band takes cues from bands like the Replacements, XTC, and notably Weezer, especially on songs like "The Get Up," "Triple Jointed," "Hey Now," and "Zeros and Ones." A concise, consistently energetic album, this is where good, nth-generation pop bands like Shyne Factory get their inspiration. Other standouts are "Hamfisted," "Ready Steady Go," and "Take My Advice," although there is no filler on this recording. 

Tracklist

1		Burn All The Biddies
2		The Get Up
3		Take My Advice
4		Hamfisted
5		Hey Now
6		Banner Year
7		Zeros And Ones
8		Bailey
9		Triple Jointed
10		Best Spot In Line
11		Ready Steady Go
12		Hold The Phone