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By JASON PRICE
When you think punk rock, three sisters from Alberque, New Mexico aren't the first thing that would normally spring to mind. The Eyeliners, comprised of sisters Laura, Lisa and Gel, are proving that they are no flash in the pan. These girls are no stranger to being on the road, having spent the past several years earning their stripes with bands such as Blink 182, The Donnas, Social Distortion, and Andrew WK, as well as rock icons Joan Jett and The Blackhearts. It is also no small feat that sisters have spent the past four years holding down a prestigious spot the main stage at the Warped Tour.
Now, after resting up from the tours and catching their breath, The Eyeliners are back with their newest release, No Apologies, on Blackheart Records.
On this album, the girls of The Eyeliners deliver a stronger, more powerful rock sound then the bands previous album, "Sealed With A Kiss." The lyrics here are meaty and carry a high energy sound that carries throughout the album from start to finish.
The album leads of with the track "Think Of Me" with its in your face lyrics, strong riffs and fast paced style that sticks with you. "Destroy" is a standout song on the album. The song gets it right in all areas and features Joan Jett on backing vocals and her classic guitar work. Jett also makes an appearance lending backing vocals on "Voice of Reason." The band showcases it more rock n' roll side on the track "Can't Get Enough." WIth it's catchy chorus and powerful sound, it is enough to capture your ear. One of the biggest surprises is a cover of When in Rome's "The Promise." Lead singer Laura's mature vocal style combine with great guitar, allowing the band make the song all their own.
On this album, Laura has focused solely on her vocals leaving the drums behind. The girls are joined in the studio by famed drummer Thommy Price (Patty Smythe, Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, Billy Idol).
The Eyeliners were produced this time around by Kenny Laguna (Bow Wow Wow, Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, Kathleen Hanna, Le Tigre, Bikini Kill). They seem a little older and wiser on this album and ready to breakout into the mainstream. The record is filled with melodic, powerful, fun songs. If you are looking punk rock with a poppier and punchier rock edge, this CD is worth a look.
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