Dispatch - Bang Bang

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The New England trio Dispatch are back with their second full-length album, Bang Bang, a sharp collection of ten songs that is pleasing on all ends of the musical spectrum, from instruments to vocals to songwriting. Rarely does the record fall into a pattern, and instead Dispatch rotate their sound, from Guster-esque mellowness to the quick style of Sublime. And sometimes they make the transition within the same song. "Bats in the Belfry" is a perfect example of this musical mix, with the trombones and a Sublime-like tempo during the chorus, and a more mellow speed orchestrated perfectly by lead singer Brad Corrigan for the rest of the song. Conversely, the album's next track, "The General," performs the opposite by reserving the mellowness for the chorus and hitting the fast tempo right from the song's onset. The standout song on the album is, in fact, one of the simpler tracks. It's absent the percussion and other ska-influenced sounds that are abundant on the rest of the album. This by no means implies that these sounds don't work perfectly on the record, because they do, but "Two Coins" is special because it's just an acoustic guitar and vocals, in addition to pretty powerful lyrics. The original and ear-pleasing "Two Coins" marks a transition of sorts for the album, as the final three tracks are closer to rock and pop songs than ska songs. "Whirlwind" is far more musically diverse than the stripped-down "Two Coins." At just under five minutes, it's the record's longest track, and well worth the listening time. The album then concludes on a strong note with "Out Loud," which returns to the acoustic guitar in the lead and relies on Corrigan's wonderful voice, creating a song that certainly will be heard by the audience at any of Dispatch's live shows. Dispatch have identified themselves as a mainstay in the music world because of their diverse sound and willingness to experiment. Bang Bang has only allowed them to grow, and they should continue to do so in future efforts.

Audio Remasterer: Seth Foster.

Recording information: Archer Studios, Burlington, VT (05/1996-07/1997); Lakewest Recording, West Greenwich, RI (05/1996-07/1997); Middlebury College (05/1996-07/1997).

Dispatch: Pete Heimbold, Chad Urmston (vocals, guitar); Brad Corrigan (vocals, drums, percussion).

Audio Mixer: John Paul Gauthier.

Tracklist:

1. "Here We Go" (Urmston)
2. "Bats in the Belfry" (Urmston)
3. "The General" (Urmston)
4. "Bang Bang" (Urmston and Heimbold)
5. "Mission" (Urmston and Heimbold)
6. "Drive" (Heimbold)
7. "Two Coins" (Heimbold)
8. "Railway" (Urmston and Heimbold)
9. "Whirlwind" (Corrigan)
10. "Out Loud" (Urmston)

Mp3 Info: 160 Kbps 44 Khz

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Dispatch - Silent Steeples

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The Boston-based trio Dispatch is a band in every sense of the word. Swapping instruments and sharing the vocal responsibilities give the group peerless versatility. Wicked acoustic guitars, playful bongos, and resplendent harmonies proliferate Silent Steeples. The consistency of the album is its greatest attribute, which also makes it difficult to pick one song over another as a standout track. "Hey Hey" exemplifies the band's ability to harmonize for emotional emphasis. "Flying Horses" serves as a vehicle for intricate time changes and a catchy chorus. "Elias" opens with Zimbabwean lyrics and then goes on to showcase Chad Urmston's mastery on the bongos. Dispatch has developed a loyal underground following through touring, word of mouth, and the Internet, further dispelling the need for major-label promotion to create an audience. This album will be most appreciated by those who enjoy the jam band sound when it's in the hands of skilled musicians.

Audio Mixer: Scot "Gusty" Christensen.

Recording information: Middlebury College (05/1996-07/1996); Midi Tracks Studios, Denver, CO (05/1996-07/1996).

Dispatch: Pete Heimbold (bass instrument, drums, sound effects); Brad Corrigan, Chad Urmston.

Personnel: Brad Corrigan (vocals, guitar, harp, drums, percussion); Pete Heimbold, Chad Urmston (vocals, guitar, percussion); Tan (flute).

Tracklist:

1. "Steeples" (Urmston)
2. "Past the Falls" (Corrigan)
3. "Water Stop" (Heimbold)
4. "Hey, Hey" (Heimbold, Urmston, Corrigan)
5. "Flying Horses" (Urmston)
6. "Questioned Apocalypse" (Urmston)
7. "Seasons: Movement III" (Corrigan)
8. "Mayday" (Heimbold)
9. "Born Normal" (Urmston)
10. "Bridges (Strength in Numbers)" (Heimbold)
11. "Walk With You" (Corrigan)
12. "Elias" (Urmston)

Mp3 Info: 320 Kbps 44 Khz

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Dispatch - Who Are We Living For

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D.I.Y. superstars Dispatch have made a name for themselves by embodying the punk aesthetic of doing it yourself without corporate intervention, even though their music owes nothing to the sound of punk itself. In fact, given the songs on Who Are We Living For?, a more ideal audience for their funk/world/jazz/R&B/rap-tinged rock & roll is graduated Dave Matthews Band listeners: people who enjoy that band's eclecticism but have been turned off by their degree of media saturation. Lyrically, most of Who Are We Living For? is rife with social commentary, addressing leftist social issues that run the gamut from homelessness, violence, and justice. It's not surprising from a band that was arrested in 2000 for protesting the Boston presidential debates because of the exclusion of Ralph Nader. The end result sounds like a more politicized, eclectic 311, and even if many of the songs are ultimately undistinguished, Who Are We Living For? is an album made by and for the collegiate rock crowd.

Dispatch: Chetro (vocals, guitar, trombone, percussion); Repete (vocals, bass guitar); Braddigan (vocals, drums, percussion).

Tracklist:
1. “Everybody Clap”
2. “Open Up”
3. “Just Like Larry”
4. “Time Served”
5. “Even”
6. “Passerby”
7. “Carry You”
8. “D. Bits”
9. “How Now”
10. “Lightning”
11. “Granite”
12. “Prince of Spades”
13. “Parade Speed”
14. “Headlights”
15. “Blood”
16. “10 Ft., 5 Ft., Bag ‘Em”
17. “Douggie Mayu’s”
18. “Gone”
19. “Spades”
20. “Bulls on Parade”
21. “5/4″

Mp3 Info: 128 Kbps 44 Khz

Link:
http://rapidshare.com/files/409828853/Dispatch_-_Who_Are_We_Living_For_drapid.blogspot.com_.rar.html

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