Casey Jones - The Few, the Proud, the Crucial
Reviewed by david
It's nice to hear a straight edge band that still has a sense of humor. Who can't help laughing at anti-smoking sentiments voiced with a line like "I'd rather suck a dick than be the one who looks like a fool"? Or a anthemic chant of "Oh my God, Carl got laid"? Anyway, you're highly unlikely to find any X-wielding mosh inducers this year that can top Casey Jones. Featuring members of Evergreen Terrace, the Floridians are making a name for themselves with their Indianola Records debut The Few, the Proud, the Crucial. Incorporating samples from everything from The Karate Kid to Family Guy, The Few, the Proud, the Crucial is a hardcore work of art. Breakdowns in just the right places, perfect usage of gang vocals, straight edge proclamations galore, and just bordering on the line where serious meets fun. "Hardcore" is a broad term, but no matter where you fit in, you'll most likely enjoy what Casey Jones has to offer. If not, you'll still at least have a few laughs. And hell, if you like hip hop, tune in at the end of the record for some rhyme spittin' and some calling out on those who are selling out. [www.indianolarecords.com]