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If this is just the “Prelude” then PLEASE bring on the main subject matter!

Hey kids do you remember Lanemeyer? Ah, of course you don’t, most of you could careless about your roots. Chris Barker former front man of the influential aforementioned has grown up over the past few years and it’s apparent on this E.P. from Day At The Fair.

These emotional-power-pop-punk recordings bring a sharp assortment of talent and quality to the table.

Throughout the opening number “Eastern Homes and Western Hearts” Barker’s voice consigns in such a laidback catchy that mixes perfectly with drums that demand you tap your fingers on your desk. During the chorus, there’s no doubt that you’ll be singing along your first time listening as the song fades out -- ”Moving on, moving on, moving on...” “The Blame Anxiety” is angry, deep, but maintains a pop sensibility as if Matt Skiba and Dan Andriano were throwing in their two cents during the song process. The moog guided “Friscilla the Traveling Proton” flaunts just how upbeat this trio can get. While on the other side of the spectrum, the closing acoustic tune “Homesick Angel” aided by a female vocalist lets you into their hearts for a ballad-resembling closing.

DATF is filled with candid lyrics, beguiling choruses and charming musicianship. A surprising five song E.P. aptly titled leaves the listener craving a full length that can follow in the footsteps of the promise harnessed here.



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    Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, November 5, 2005 at 11:19 AM (EST)
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    hmm....nice lyrics!

    Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, May 20, 2004 at 9:18 PM (EDT)
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    i agree...this album kicks most definate ass

    Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, May 20, 2004 at 9:17 PM (EDT)
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    ok i have a few things to say...first off...all you dipshits who gave this album anything less than a 10...you obviously dont have an ear for music....this album has everything and more expected from a great band...and second off... lanemeyer was anything but terrible...they got me into the "local scene"...so maybe you close minded asses should open up you ears and listen to decent music as such
    ~FxH Ryan~

    Posted by Anonymous on Friday, April 2, 2004 at 2:04 PM (EST)
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    Lanemeyer was a 10 but this is definatly on its way to being there.

    Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, March 25, 2004 at 12:20 PM (EST)
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    uhhh.. nevermind

    Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, March 25, 2004 at 12:19 PM (EST)
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    I don't think i've ever heard anything from lobster records that has been decent.

    Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, March 25, 2004 at 12:18 PM (EST)
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    Lanemeyer was terrible, however this sounds interesting.

    Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, March 25, 2004 at 11:28 AM (EST)
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    OMG i hate school

    Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, March 25, 2004 at 11:28 AM (EST)
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    im at school

    Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at 11:20 PM (EST)
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    Scott's alright, but he's no Jordan from Pastepunk.

    Posted by thriceequalsgod on 2004-03-24 17:23:39
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    i thought janelle was a girl... are they?

    Posted by 8dollarclarinetsolo on 2004-03-24 11:48:45
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    congratulations

    Posted by tyroneshoelaces on 2004-03-23 20:41:27
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    Lanemeyer was terrible, however this sounds interesting.

    Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, March 23, 2004 at 7:39 PM (EST)
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    a day at the fair is amazing. i've played a couple shows with them and they are a great band live. their recorded stuff is amazing too. these guys are gonna go far!

    Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, March 23, 2004 at 3:03 PM (EST)
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    This guy is okay, but he's hardly got the writing prowess to be in your staff.

    Like Janelle, he doesn't belong.

    Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, March 23, 2004 at 1:58 PM (EST)
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    wow that *was* at least 2 months ago...

    Posted by inagreendase on 2004-03-23 12:08:10
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    I still remember when he would post here as "-Scott" and he was firmly told something along the lines of "You're going to have to change your 'signature name' to something else."

    Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, March 23, 2004 at 11:48 AM (EST)
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    old fat baseball player?

    Posted by maverick on 2004-03-23 10:40:59
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    And with this review [and the other 3 by him in this update], please welcome KirbyPuckett to the reviews staff!

    -Scott

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