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 Review by: Huey See others by this writer Jade Tree (link) Only registered users can post comments 
 
Published on November 3rd 2001
Could Dan Yemin, of Lifetime fame, pull off another masterpiece? He pulled off two with Lifetime. With Kid Dynamite's first album, he pulled off another. Formed in 1998, Kid Dynamite consisted of Jason Shevchuk (vocals), Steve Ferrell (bass), Dave Wagenschutz (drums), and of course Yemin, displaying his excellent skills on guitar. Jade Tree signed the band, and in 1998, the self titled was released. This work displayed Kid Dynamite as one of the leading hardcore acts in the scene. That title was well deserved, as Kid could do something that so many bands couldn't. What is that? Display nearly the same level of intensity on the stage as you do on the record. The lyrics on this album are so angrily intense, but they are so amazing. You will not get the true meanings of this band unless you sit down and follow along with the booklet. I could imagine that Jason's voice must have been killing him after a while. Screaming hurts. Remember that kids. Dan Yemin. What can I say? Yemin is one of the best hardcore guitarists I've ever heard in my life. The guy can play. I'll look forward to his future projects. Ferrell's bass work is very good also, as is Wagenschutz's drum work. Kid Dynamite's lyrical topics are much varied. Ranging from the usual girls suck to the just all out rage anger, tales of lonely hardcore tales. Among other things, media deception is the setting for News At 11, one of my favorite tracks of album. Shevchuk just breaks in, the screaming begins, "This just in...another victim died tonight What's the score? What's the story?" It's gripping. Each song, may it be a lyric, guitar riff, or what not, each song has a moment, small or large, something that just takes you back and shocks you to pieces each listen. Some of my other favorites on the album are Bookworm, The Ronald Miller Story, and Pacifier. Of course, that's just my opinion, and way aside from the main point this review is trying to prove. Kid Dynamite's first album was, and always will be a masterpiece. It will influence hardcore bands down the line. Hell, it probably already has. If you loved Lifetime, you'll love this. Or, if you're just looking for a good hardcore listen, pick this up. You'll thank me. People who liked this also liked:           Please login or register to post comments. What are the benefits of having a Punknews.org account?
i'm sick of every one looking over 'shiner'... hands down best KD song ever (score is for shiner and this band in fuckin general!) got this album yesterday, fucking love it already, especially "bookworm," "table 19," and "never met the gooch." Bookworm is such a catchy song. A wonderful, memorable punk / hardcore record that set the bar extremely high for everyone else. Intelligent lyrics, high octane speed, and great songwriting make this record one of the most important of the 90's. it did take alittle while to sink in back when i first herd it but hands down one of the best hardcore albums ever recorded, also the fucking lyrics are really underrated on this album Absolutely-fucking-amazing. Takes a while to get used to but after 3 or 4 listens you will love it. Its in my top ten cds of all time. Listen. fuck this corporate bullshit!!! oi oi oi motherfuckers Great album. My favorite track is "Never Met the Gooch" even though I think it's my least favorite song name on here. Awesome album. wow two years ago was the last time anyone commented on this? damn. ah well my two cents go buy this cd right im not even shitting you. The singer of KD is now on a new band on Fat. Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaargh! This CD is beast, as is shorter,faster,louder. Buy it now or you Pose! This CD is badical!!! Kid Dynamite fuckin rocked and it's a tragedy that they broke up. I don't think this should be compared to Lifetime, because they are different styles. Check this CD out and prepare to be rocked like a freshman girl on a Friday night. They are good no doubt, but Lifetime..nuh uh can't compare to them at all. I wish more cool openminded people like Fathead went to my school lol Good CD, I like Shorter, Faster, Louder better, that is the title if my memory serves me correctly. But these guys have some energy in there blood. Good review, great album. These guys were one of my favorites, and still are. Rock. The first track is worth the price of the CD alone. I'd like this band a lot more if they didn't so incredibly disappoint me when I saw them live, then break up two months later so as not to let me give them a second chance. Shite. damn good band. fuckin ROCK is all there is to say.- fathead |
