Stavesacre/Denison Marrs

Split EP (2001)

Schmuck

The nice thing about great bands is their truly distinct sound. While
there is no conceivable way to not recognize a Bjork or U2 song, other
bands seem to punch the same ticket. Fortunately, there is Stavesacre
who has been around the indie music scene for so long making original
music.

After listening to the new material on this split, one question lingers:
Why are there only 3 songs here? In true Stavesacre fashion, the music
grabs you and leaves you wanting more. "Sad Parade" and "Night Town"
move in the direction of their last release, "Speakeasy." It seems that
each release takes a step in a new direction shedding misnomers
(Tool-esque comparisons, etc.) along the way. The transition always
seems to be comfortable. No need to cry over this and put old releases
on to sooth the pain (Not that this doesn't happen to me often with
other bands…). The formula here is intelligent, passionate and dynamic
music.

Rounding out the split is Denison Marrs. They are the epitome of
moody ethereal sounding music. If you don't know what I am talking
about, pick up one of their CDs. Fans of DM will not be disappointed
with the 3 tunes here.

Since this is a limited edition release (on a good new label) and
probably only a blip on the music map, it will still remind the
Stavesacre/Denison Marrs faithful how much we really do enjoy these
bands.